deoxy-
a combining form meaning “deoxygenated,” used in the formation of compound words: deoxyribose.
- Also desoxy-.
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British Dictionary definitions for deoxy-
deoxy-
combining form
indicating the presence of less oxygen than in a specified related compound: deoxyribonucleic acid
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