Capronyl

/ˈkæprənɪl/ noun

Definition

The chemical group or radical derived from caproic acid, used in forming other compounds.

Etymology

Capronic + the chemical suffix '-yl' (denoting a radical or functional group in organic chemistry).

Kelly Says

The '-yl' suffix is chemistry's building block system—by adding it to compound names, chemists can show how molecules can be connected together like LEGO pieces!

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.