monomeric

/ˌmɒnəˈmɛrɪk/; /ˌmɑːnəˈmɛrɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or consisting of a single molecule or unit

“The monomeric compounds were studied to understand their chemical properties.”

2. noun

a single molecule or unit of a polymer

“In the laboratory, researchers isolated the monomeric units of the polymer chain.”

Synonyms

  • monomolecular
  • single-molecule

Antonyms

  • polymeric
  • polymerous