Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or containing a 12-carbon cyclic or acyclic alkane

“The dodecyclic compound was used in the synthesis of various organic compounds.”

2. noun

A 12-carbon cyclic or acyclic alkane

“The researcher studied the properties of dodecyclic hydrocarbons.”

3. noun

A molecule having a 12-carbon ring

“The team identified a new dodecyclic compound in the sample.”