(biochemistry) Used, as a modification of -ine, to form the names of a variety of types of compound; examples include proteins (globulin), carbohydrates (dextrin), dyes (alizarin) and others (vanillin).
词源说明
A deverbal from sit in. By surface analysis, sit + -in (protest).
释义（英文）
名词Noun
A peaceful form of protest in which people occupy an area and refuse to leave.