carbomethoxy

/ˌkɑːrbəʊˈmɛθɑksi/ or /ˌkɑːrbəʊˈmɛθɒksi/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or being a carbomethoxy group, especially in chemistry.

“The carbomethoxy compound showed potential in pharmaceutical applications.”

2. noun

A carbomethoxy group, especially in chemistry.

“The carbomethoxy group is a common functional group in organic compounds.”

Synonyms

  • carboalkoxy
  • methoxycarbonyl

Antonyms

  • hydroxy