Thiamazole

//θʌɪˈam.ə.zəʊl// noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    An imidazole derivative that interferes with the synthesis of thyroid hormone and is given orally in the treatment of hyperthyroidism; 1-methylimidazole-2-thiol, C₃H₂N₂(CH₃)(SH). uncountable

Etymology

From thia- + (i)m(id)azole.

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