Semisynthetic
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Semisynthetic is an adjective meaning (organic chemistry) synthesized by chemically modifying a natural material.
Meaning
(organic chemistry) synthesized by chemically modifying a natural material.
More Meanings
- (organic chemistry) Any compound that is synthesized by chemically modifying a natural material.
Word Forms
- semisynthetics
Synonyms for semisynthetic
Depending on context, synonyms include unreal, artificial, synthetic, man-made.
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Related dictionary entries include synthetic, man-made, artificial, unreal, aminoglycoside, penicillin.
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