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Definitions for: Methyl
[n] the univalent radical CH3- derived from methane
Webster (1913) Definition: Meth"yl, n. [See Methylene.] (Chem.)
A hydrocarbon radical, CH3, not existing alone but regarded
as an essential residue of methane, and appearing as a
component part of many derivatives; as, methyl alcohol,
methyl ether, methyl amine, etc. [Formerly written also
methule, methyle, etc.]
Methyl alcohol (Chem.), a light, volatile, inflammable
liquid, CH3.OH, obtained by the distillation of wood,
and hence called wood spirit
Synonyms: methyl group, methyl radical
See Also: alkyl, alkyl group, alkyl radical, aminomethane, hydroxymethyl
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