PROPYLIC

Etymology

Adjective

propylic (not comparable)

(organic chemistry) propyl (attributive)

Source: Wiktionary


Pro*pyl"ic, a. (Chem.)

Definition: Pertaining to, derived from, or containing, propyl; as, propylic alcohol.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

3 May 2025

DESIRABLE

(adjective) worth having or seeking or achieving; “a desirable job”; “computer with many desirable features”; “a desirable outcome”


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Coffee Trivia

International Coffee Day (September 29) is an occasion to promote and celebrate coffee as a beverage, with events occurring in places across the world. A day to promote fair trade coffee and raise awareness for the coffee growers’ plight. Other countries celebrate this event on October 1.

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