benzoylate

/bɛnzɔɪleɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A salt or ester derived from benzoyl, especially a group of compounds used as local anesthetics or in dermatology.

“The dermatologist prescribed a benzoylate cream to treat the patient’s acne.”

2. adjective

Relating to or derived from benzoyl.

“Benzoylate compounds are commonly used in medicine and cosmetics.”

Synonyms

  • aryl
  • benzoyl

Antonyms

  • aldehyde