furfuroid

/ˈfɜːrfroʊɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A hypothetical chemical compound with a hypothetical furan and an iodide group.

“The researcher speculated about the potential properties of furfuroid in the new chemical compound.”

2. adjective

Related to or resembling furfurol, a compound found in the seeds of the Cassava plant.

“The furfuroid properties of the new substance made it a potential candidate for medical research.”

Synonyms

  • furanoid
  • furfural

Antonyms

  • nonfuranoid
  • nonfurfural