| succinimide | <chemistry> A white crystalline nitrogenous substance, C2H4.(CO)2.NH, obtained by treating succinic anhydride with ammonia gas. It is a typical imido acid, and forms a series of salts. See Imido acid, under Imido. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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| succinimides | A subclass of imides with the general structure of pyrrolidinedione. They are prepared by the distillation of ammonium succinate. They are sweet-tasting compounds that are used as chemical intermediates and plant growth stimulants. (12 Dec 1998) |