hexahydric

/hɛksəˈhɪdrɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or having six water molecules or groups

“The hexahydric compounds found in the new substance showed great promise for medicinal applications.”

2. noun

a compound that contains six water molecules or groups

“The researchers isolated a hexahydric in the plant’s leaf structure and studied its effects on human cells.”

Synonyms

  • hexagonal
  • six-hydrogen

Antonyms

  • anhydric
  • dehydrated