acridyl
|ac-rid-yl|
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/ˈækrɪdɪl/
chemical radical
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acridyl' originates from 'acridine', specifically the word 'acridyl', where 'acrid-' referred to a sharp or biting taste or smell.
Historical Evolution
'acridyl' changed from the 'acridine' radical and eventually became the modern English word 'acridyl'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a chemical radical, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
acridyl is a chemical radical derived from acridine.
The compound contains an acridyl group.
Last updated: 2025/04/26 15:21