Definitions

1. noun

the process of adding an acyl group to a compound

“The chemist used a series of reactions to facilitate acylation and transform the molecule.”

2. noun

a chemical reaction or process that involves the addition of an acyl group

“The acylation of the amine group led to the formation of a new compound with interesting properties.”

3. verb

to add an acyl group to a compound

“The chemist acylated the molecule to create a new derivative with enhanced activity.”