Benzoyl Definition

bĕnzō-ĭl, -zoil
noun
The univalent acyl group C6 H5 CO−, derived from benzoic acid.
American Heritage
The radical C6H5CO, found in benzoic acid and some of its derivatives.
Webster's New World

(organic chemistry, especially in combination) A univalent radical formally derived from benzoic acid, C6H5CO-, by removal of the hydroxyl group.

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Other Word Forms of Benzoyl

Noun

Singular:
benzoyl
Plural:
benzoyls

Origin of Benzoyl

  • From benzoic +‎ -yl

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Words Starting With

BBEBEN

Words Ending With

LYLOYL

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benzoyl

Words Starting With B and Ending With L

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7 Letter Words7 Letter Words Starting With B7 Letter Words Ending With L