monoacid

/məˈnoʊ.əsɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A chemical compound that is a single type of acid, often a simple carboxylic acid.

“The researcher studied the properties of various monoacids in the laboratory.”

2. adjective

Describing a single type of acid, especially a simple carboxylic acid.

“Monoacids are commonly found in organic compounds.”

Synonyms

  • simple acid
  • single acid

Antonyms

  • polyacid