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Definition of Alkyl
1. Noun. Any of a series of univalent groups of the general formula CnH2n+1 derived from aliphatic hydrocarbons.
Exact synonyms: Alkyl Group, Alkyl Radical
Generic synonyms: Chemical Group, Group, Radical
Specialized synonyms: Ethyl, Ethyl Group, Ethyl Radical, Methyl, Methyl Group, Methyl Radical
Derivative terms: Alkylic
Generic synonyms: Chemical Group, Group, Radical
Specialized synonyms: Ethyl, Ethyl Group, Ethyl Radical, Methyl, Methyl Group, Methyl Radical
Derivative terms: Alkylic
Definition of Alkyl
1. a univalent radical [n -S] : ALKYLIC [adj]
Medical Definition of Alkyl
1. 1. A hydrocarbon radical of the general formula CnH2n+1. 2. A compound, such as tetraethyl lead, in which a metal is combined with alkyl radicals. Synonym: alkide. (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Alkyl
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