Definitions

1. noun

A compound containing a sulfhydryl (-SH) group.

“The sulfhydryl group is responsible for the antioxidant properties of the molecule.”

2. noun

A functional group (-SH) in organic chemistry.

“The sulfhydryl group is a key component in the structure of proteins.”

3. adjective

Relating to or containing a sulfhydryl (-SH) group.

“Sulfhydryl compounds are often used in medical research to study cellular processes.”