oxyfatty

/ˌɒksɪˈfæti/ or /ˌɒksɪˈfætɪ/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or derived from fatty acids containing oxygen, especially peroxides

“The researchers studied the oxyfatty compounds found in the plant extracts.”

2. noun

a fatty acid containing oxygen, especially a peroxide

“The oxyfatty acids were isolated and analyzed for their properties.”

Synonyms

  • oxygenated
  • peroxy

Antonyms

  • hydrogenated
  • non-oxygenated