polycyclic

/ˌpɒlɪˈsɪklɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having or forming three or more rings, especially of atoms.

“The polycyclic compounds exhibited unique properties in the lab.”

2. noun

A compound or molecule with three or more rings of atoms.

“The researchers studied the structure of a polycyclic molecule.”

3. adverb

In a manner that involves three or more rings.

“The process occurs polycyclically in the reaction.”

Synonyms

  • polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon
  • polycyclic compound
  • ring compound

Antonyms

  • acyclic
  • monocyclic