glyoxyl

/ˈɡlaɪɒksɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of aldehyde, a compound with the formula C2H2O2

“The reaction involved the formation of glyoxyl and another compound.”

2. adjective

Related to or derived from glyoxal

“Glyoxyl compounds are used in various industrial applications.”

Synonyms

  • aldehyde
  • oxalyl

Antonyms

  • carboxyl
  • ketone