phenethyl

/fɪnˈɛθɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of chemical compound, specifically a phenylalkyl group.

“The compound was classified as a phenethyl derivative and further researched for medical applications.”

2. adjective

Describing a compound that contains a phenethyl group.

“Phenethylamine is a phenethyl compound found in the human brain.”

Synonyms

  • phenylalkyl
  • phenylethyl