XYLYL

Etymology

Noun

xylyl (plural xylyls)

(organic compound) Any of several univalent radicals, of formula (CH3)2C6H3- derived from the three isomers of xylene: ortho-, meta- and para- (di-methyl benzene).

Synonyms

• xylenyl (dated)

Source: Wiktionary


Xy"lyl, n. Etym: [Xylo- + -yl.] (Chem.)

Definition: Any one of three metameric radicals which are characteristic respectively of the three xylenes.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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