ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Carboxylic

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /kɑɹbɔkˈsɪlɪk/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Carboxylic is an adjective meaning (organic chemistry) Of, or relating to the carboxyl functional group.

Meaning

(organic chemistry) Of, or relating to the carboxyl functional group.

Synonyms for carboxylic

Depending on context, synonyms include carboxyl.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include carboxycylic, arylcarboxylic, hydroxycarboxylic, carbonylic, hydrocarboxylic, monocarboxylic.

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