vanillyl

/vəˈnɪliəl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of organic compound, especially a phenolic aldehyde.

“The chemist isolated a vanillyl derivative from the plant extract.”

2. adjective

Related to or derived from vanillyl.

“The vanillyl compound was used to synthesize a new fragrance.”

Synonyms

  • aldehyde
  • phenolic

Antonyms

  • aliphatic
  • non-aromatic