Benzyl Definition
bĕnzĭl, -zēl
noun
The univalent organic group C6 H5 CH2 −, derived from toluene.
American Heritage
The radical C6H5CH2, found in organic compounds derived from toluene.
Webster's New World
Synonyms:
- benzyl radical
- benzyl group
Other Word Forms of Benzyl
Noun
Singular:
benzyl
Plural:
benzylsOrigin of Benzyl
From benz- + -yl
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