Word Frequency
methyl (ˈmiːθaɪl
; ˈmɛθɪl
)
Definitions
noun
- modifier of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group of atoms CH3
- an organometallic compound in which methyl groups are bound directly to a metal atom
Derived Forms
methylic (məˈθɪlɪk
) adjectiveWord Origin
C19: from French méthyle, back formation from methyleneSponsored Links
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