esterify
|es-ter-i-fy|
C1
/ˈɛstərɪˌfaɪ/
convert to ester
Etymology
Etymology Information
'esterify' originates from the word 'ester,' which comes from the German word 'Essigäther,' meaning 'vinegar ether.'
Historical Evolution
'Essigäther' transformed into the English word 'ester,' and eventually led to the formation of the verb 'esterify.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the process of forming an ester, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to convert (a compound) into an ester by reaction with an alcohol and an acid.
The chemist aimed to esterify the compound to study its properties.
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Last updated: 2025/04/28 15:14