amylic
|a-my-lic|
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/əˈmɪlɪk/
related to amyl alcohol
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amylic' originates from 'amyl,' which is derived from the Latin word 'amylum,' meaning 'starch.'
Historical Evolution
'amylum' transformed into the French word 'amyle,' and eventually became the modern English word 'amyl,' from which 'amylic' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to substances related to starch, but over time it evolved to refer specifically to compounds related to amyl alcohol.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or derived from amyl alcohol or its derivatives.
The amylic compound was used in the chemical experiment.
Synonyms
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