benzyl

[ ben-zil, -zeel ]

adjective

1. containing the benzyl group.

noun

1. the benzyl group.

benzyl

/ ˈbɛnzaɪl /

noun

1. modifier of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group C 6 H 5 CH 2 – Systematic namephenylmethyl

   benzyl alcohol

benzyl

/ bĕn′zĭl /

1. The radical C 6 H 5 CH 2 , derived from toluene.

Other Words From

• ben·zylic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of benzyl¹

First recorded in 1865–70; benz- + -yl

Example Sentences

The substance is injected deeply into the muscle and typically consists of oil, benzyl alcohol, and lidocaine, according to a 2009 review on the usage of Synthol in bodybuilding.

From Fox News

Testing revealed an elevated presence of benzyl chloride in a lab, she said.

From New York Times

A benzyl ring might rotate, or organic-chain links flex and stretch.

From Nature

Boos adds that the prescription Ulesfia – for which the active ingredient is benzyl alcohol – is also a good option to effectively kill lice in young kids, since it's approved for children 6 months and older.

From US News

A third prescription option is Ulfesia, which has been available since 2009 and is made with benzyl alcohol that suffocates the lice but doesn't harm the eggs.

From Los Angeles Times