nonethyl

/nɒnˈɛθɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A non-ethyl group in chemistry, particularly in organic compounds.

“The nonethyl group in the molecule is responsible for its unique properties.”

2. adjective

Not containing or related to ethyl.

“The nonethyl compounds were found to have different reactivity profiles.”

Synonyms

  • non-ethyl
  • nonethyl
  • unethyl

Antonyms

  • ethyl