phenyl

English

/ˈfɛ.n(ə)l/, /ˈfi(ː).ˌnaɪl/

noun
Definitions
  • (organic chemistry) A univalent hydrocarbon radical (C) formally derived from benzene by the removal of a hydrogen atom, and the basis of an immense number of aromatic derivatives.

Etymology

Derived from French phényle derived from Ancient Greek φαίνω (appear, bring to light, show, I shine, shining, shine, cause to appear, denounce, I show shine, clear).

Origin

Ancient Greek

φαίνω

Gloss

appear, bring to light, show, I shine, shining, shine, cause to appear, denounce, I show shine, clear

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