Formyl
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈfɔː(ɹ)mɪl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Formyl is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) The univalent radical -CHO, derived from formaldehyde, that is characteristic of aldehydes.
Meaning
(organic chemistry) The univalent radical -CHO, derived from formaldehyde, that is characteristic of aldehydes.
Word Forms
- formyls
Synonyms for formyl
Depending on context, synonyms include methanoyl.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include kynurenine, methionine, phenylalanine, tetrahydrofolate, chloroformyl, formaldehyde.
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