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methyl
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[ˈmɛθ(ɪ)l], (Noun)
Definitions:
- of or denoting the alkyl radical —CH₃, derived from methane and present in many organic compounds
(e.g: methyl bromide)
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Origin
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mid 19th century: from German Methyl or French méthyle, back-formations from German Methylen and French méthylène (see methylene)
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