monoacetin

/mɒn.əˈsiːtɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A dihydroxyacetone-derived compound, a dihydroxyacetone monoglyceride, or a monoglyceride of monoacetin.

“The researcher studied the properties of monoacetin in relation to its potential applications in cosmetic products.”

Synonyms

  • glyceride
  • monoacetate

Antonyms

  • diglyceride
  • polyacetate