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carboxyl

[ kahr-bok-sil ]

adjective

  1. containing the carboxyl group.

carboxyl

/ kär-bŏk′səl /

  1. The radical COOH, characteristic of all carboxylic acids.

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Other Words From

  • carbox·ylic adjective

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Word History and Origins

Origin of carboxyl1

First recorded in 1865–70; carb- + ox(ygen) + -yl

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Example Sentences

The carboxyl group constitutes another convenient starting-point for the orientation of many types of organic compounds.

When treated with alkalies, they lose their carboxyl groups and become ætioporphyrin.

Entrance of the carboxyl or sulpho groups weakens toxic action.

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