oximation

/ˌɒksɪˈmeɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

The process of converting an alcohol into an aldoxime

“The chemist studied the mechanism of oximation for years before discovering its secrets.”

2. noun

A compound formed by the reaction of an alcohol with hydroxylamine

“The researchers isolated several oximation products in their latest experiment.”

Synonyms

  • aldoxime formation
  • hydroxylamine reaction