Definition of Straight chain

1. Noun. An open chain of atoms with no side chains.

Generic synonyms: Open Chain

Definition of Straight chain

1. Noun. (chemistry) A structural element of a molecule consisting of an unbranched sequence of atoms or simple groups, especially such a sequence of methylene groups in a aliphatic compound ¹

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Lexicographical Neighbors of Straight Chain

straight-out
straight-sets
straight A
straight As
straight and narrow
straight angle
straight arch
straight arm
straight armed
straight arming
straight arms
straight arrow
straight as an arrow
straight away
straight bat
straight chain (current term)
straight chair
straight dinkum
straight edge
straight edges
straight face
straight flush
straight flushes
straight flute
straight forward
straight from the horse's mouth
straight from the shoulder
straight hang
straight hit
straight life insurance

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