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plural oximes
(organic chemistry) Any of a class of organic compounds, of general formula RR'C=NOH, derived from the condensation of an aldehyde (R' = H) or ketone with hydroxylamine. quotations examples
Treatment for novichok exposure would be the same as for other nerve agents, with atropine, diazepam and drugs called oximes.
2018 March 13, Ian Sample, The Guardian