apocamphoric

/æpəʊˈkæmpfɔːrɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resulting from the removal of a camphor group

“The apocamphoric compound showed different chemical properties compared to its parent compound.”

2. adjective

having the properties of an apocamphor, especially in relation to a chemical reaction

“The apocamphoric intermediate played a crucial role in the synthesis of the final product.”

Synonyms

  • apocamphorous
  • camphorless

Antonyms

  • camphoric
  • camphorous