diester

/daɪˈɛstrər/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of organic compound, specifically a compound with two ester groups.

“The chemist studied the properties of various diesters in her research.”

2. noun

An enzyme that catalyzes the formation of esters from carboxylic acids.

“The diester enzyme played a crucial role in the synthesis of new esters.”

Synonyms

  • acyltransferase
  • esterase

Antonyms

  • diesterase