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BENZYLS
Noun
benzyls
plural of benzyl
Source: Wiktionary
BENZYL
Ben"zyl, n. Etym: [Benzoic + -yl.] (Chem.)
Definition: A compound radical, C6H5.CH2, related to toluene and benzoic acid; -- commonly used adjectively.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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