adjective as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:Some common hydroxylic compounds are methyl alcohol (methanol) and phenol.

Definition:A chemical compound containing at least one hydroxyl group (-OH).

From hydroxylic compound

Example:The hydroxylic group in ethanol (-CH2OH) contributes to its solvent properties.

Definition:An -OH group attached to an organic molecule.

From hydroxylic group

Example:The addition of a hydroxylic function to a hydrocarbon can significantly change its properties.

Definition:A chemical reaction involving the hydroxyl group, such as the conversion of an alcohol to an acid.

From hydroxylic function