butoxy

/ˈbuːtoʊksi/

Definitions

1. adjective

containing or derived from butoxy groups, butoxy groups being -OC4H9)

“The butoxy compound was used in the production of various chemicals.”

2. noun

a butoxy group, a -OC4H9 group in organic chemistry

“The chemist worked with a butoxy compound, analyzing its properties.”

Synonyms

  • alcoxy
  • alkoxy

Antonyms

  • non-alcoxy
  • non-alkoxy