transesterify
|trans-es-ter-i-fy|
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/trænzˈɛstəˌraɪ/
ester transformation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'transesterify' originates from the combination of 'trans-' meaning 'across' and 'esterify,' which refers to the process of forming an ester.
Historical Evolution
'transesterify' was formed by combining the prefix 'trans-' with the verb 'esterify' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to transform an ester,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to cause a chemical reaction in which an ester is transformed into another ester through the exchange of the alkoxy group.
The chemist aimed to transesterify the compound to improve its properties.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/04 21:44