PISTACHIO, PISTACIA
\pɪstˈaʃɪˌə͡ʊ], \pɪstˈaʃɪˌəʊ], \p_ɪ_s_t_ˈa_ʃ_ɪ__ˌəʊ]\
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beta Lactams
- Cyclic amides formed aminocarboxy acids by the elimination water. They isomeric with lactims, which are enol forms of lactams. (From Dorland, 27th ed)