Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Acyl.
Acyl - as a noun
Any group or radical of the form rco- where r is an organic group
Example: "An example of the acyl group is the acetyl group"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acyl groupHypernyms (Closely Related)
chemical groupgroup8radical10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The acyl group is often used as a protective group for alcohols."
"Enzymes such as acyltransferases catalyze the transfer of acyl groups."
"N-acylation is the process of adding an acyl group to a molecule."
"The acyl migration reaction is an important synthetic method in organic chemistry."
"Certain antibiotics contain an acyl side chain in their chemical structure."
Word Game Points
Is ACYL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, acyl is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ACYL has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is ACYL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, acyl is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordACYL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is ACYL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, acyl is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordACYL has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
