dihydroxy

[ dahy-hahy-drok-see ]

adjective

, Chemistry.

1. (of a molecule) containing two hydroxyl groups.

Word History and Origins

Origin of dihydroxy¹

di- ¹ + hydroxy ( def )

Example Sentences

It is of interest to note that in this case a monosulpho-acid gives a dihydroxy-derivative.

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