Definitions
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Lactone.
Lactone - as a noun
A cyclic intramolecular ester derived from a hydroxy acid.
Example: "Lactones are formed by intramolecular esterification of the corresponding hydroxycarboxylic acids, which takes place spontaneously when the ring that is formed is five- or six-membered."
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ester5Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"One example of a lactone is γ-butyrolactone."
"Some lactones are used as flavoring agents in the food industry."
"The lactone ring is formed by an intramolecular esterification reaction."
"Certain lactones have been shown to possess antimicrobial properties."
"The presence of lactones contributes to the aroma of certain wines."
Word Game Points
Is LACTONE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lactone is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LACTONE has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is LACTONE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lactone is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLACTONE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is LACTONE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lactone is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLACTONE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
