PROPYL

propyl, propyl group, propyl radical

(noun) the monovalent organic group C3H7- obtained from propane

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

propyl (plural propyls)

(organic chemistry) Either of two isomeric univalent hydrocarbon radicals, C3H7, formally derived from propane by the loss of a hydrogen atom.

Source: Wiktionary


Pro"pyl, n. Etym: [Propionic + -yl.] (Chem.)

Definition: The hypothetical radical C3H7, regarded as the essential residue of propane and related compounds.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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