dimethylanthranilate: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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What does “dimethylanthranilate” mean?
A chemical compound used as a fragrance and flavoring agent, specifically an ester derived from anthranilic acid with two methyl groups.
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Meaning and Definition
A chemical compound used as a fragrance and flavoring agent, specifically an ester derived from anthranilic acid with two methyl groups.
In industrial and cosmetic contexts, it refers to a synthetic aromatic substance that imparts a fruity, grape-like scent, commonly found in perfumes, soaps, and food flavorings.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant lexical or spelling differences. Pronunciation may show minor variation in stress or vowel quality.
Connotations
None beyond its technical definition.
Frequency
Equally rare in both dialects, confined to specialist fields.
Grammar
How to Use “dimethylanthranilate” in a Sentence
[substance] contains dimethylanthranilatedimethylanthranilate is used as [a flavoring/a fragrance]the synthesis of dimethylanthranilateVocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “dimethylanthranilate” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The dimethylanthranilate content was measured.
- A dimethylanthranilate solution was prepared.
American English
- The dimethylanthranilate concentration was tested.
- A dimethylanthranilate-based fragrance was developed.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Used in procurement, manufacturing specifications, and safety data sheets for cosmetics or food production.
Academic
Appears in chemistry journals, patents, and toxicology studies concerning synthetic aromas.
Everyday
Virtually never used; if encountered, it would be on a product ingredient label.
Technical
Standard term in organic chemistry, perfumery, and flavor chemistry for this specific ester.
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Synonyms of “dimethylanthranilate”
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Common Mistakes When Using “dimethylanthranilate”
- Misspelling as 'dimethylanthranilate' (missing 'h'), 'dimethyl anthranilate' (as separate words), or 'dimethylanthranilate'.
- Incorrectly assuming it is a common noun with plural form (it is a mass noun).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
It is typically produced synthetically, though it can be found in trace amounts in some natural sources like certain citrus oils.
It is approved as a food flavoring agent in many countries at regulated levels, but like many synthetic compounds, excessive consumption is not advised.
It has a characteristic sweet, fruity odor often described as reminiscent of grapes or oranges.
No, it is a highly technical term. In everyday contexts, you would simply refer to 'grape flavoring' or 'synthetic fragrance'.
A chemical compound used as a fragrance and flavoring agent, specifically an ester derived from anthranilic acid with two methyl groups.
Dimethylanthranilate is usually technical/scientific in register.
Dimethylanthranilate: in British English it is pronounced /ˌdaɪˌmeθɪlænˈθrænɪleɪt/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌdaɪˌmɛθəlænˈθrænəˌleɪt/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: DI (two) METHYL groups attached to ANTHRANILATE (a type of acid ester). It's a 'double-methyl' version of a grape-scent compound.
Conceptual Metaphor
N/A (Highly technical term with no common metaphorical extensions.)
Practice
Quiz
In which industry is dimethylanthranilate primarily used?