acetyl
noun/ˈæsɪtɪl/
Frequency rank: #16,767 most common English word
Meaning
a chemical group (CH3CO-) derived from acetic acid, found in many biological and organic compounds.
Example sentence
The acetyl group is a key component in many biochemical reactions, including the formation of acetylcholine.
Synonyms & related words
- ethanoyl
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