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formyl
[ fawr-mil ]
formyl
/ ˈfɔːmaɪl /
noun
- modifier of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group HCO-
a formyl group or radical
formyl
/ fôr′mĭl′ /
- The radical HCO, derived from formic acid.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of formyl1
C19: from form ( ic ) + -yl
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Example Sentences
Formic acid was supposed to be an oxide of formyl; and chloroform, the terchloride of formyl.
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Formyl Violet S4B, chroming after dyeing as described above.
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