propylic

/ˈproʊɪlɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a propyl group.

“The chemical compound was found to be propyllic in nature.”

2. noun

A propyl group.

“In organic chemistry, propyllic is used to describe a specific group of carbon and hydrogen atoms.”

Synonyms

  • alkyl
  • substituent

Antonyms

  • aryl
  • heterocyclic