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diallyl

|di-al-lyl|

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/daɪˈælɪl/

two allyl groups

Etymology
Etymology Information

'diallyl' originates from the combination of 'di-' meaning 'two' and 'allyl,' which is a type of chemical group.

Historical Evolution

The term 'diallyl' was formed by combining 'di-' and 'allyl' to describe compounds with two allyl groups.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to any compound with two allyl groups, and this meaning has remained consistent.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a chemical compound containing two allyl groups.

Diallyl sulfide is found in garlic and has potential health benefits.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/07/14 23:49