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acyl
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[ˈasɪl], (Noun)
Definitions:
- denoting a radical of general formula —C(O)R, where R is an alkyl group, derived from a carboxylic acid
(e.g: acyl groups)
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Origin
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late 19th century: coined in German, from Latin acidus (see acid) + -yl
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