Amidating

/ˈæmɪdeɪtɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Present participle of amidate; the process of converting something into an amide or adding amide groups to a molecule.

Etymology

Present participle form of 'amidate' using the '-ing' suffix, standard for continuous or progressive verb forms.

Kelly Says

The '-ing' form emphasizes that amidation is an ongoing process in labs and living cells—scientists are constantly amidating proteins and molecules to create new drugs and materials.

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