Definition of "imino" []

• Of or relating to imines or an imine. (adjective)

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• "There is also an unusual compound (a cyclic imino acid) that presumably is a natural derivative of L-dopa."
• "Toxic compounds such as alkaloids and cyanogenic glycosides do not occur in Calliandra spp. but a range of insecticidal, non-protein, sulphur-containing amino acids and rare imino acids have been found in the seeds and seedlings of a number of species."
• "Mature leaves, which have had time to develop physical attributes such as toughness and waxiness, require only the protection conferred by the imino acids"