English dictionary
methyl
/'m/E//T//I/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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the univalent radical CH3- derived from methane
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A hydrocarbon radical, CH<sub>3</sub>, not existing alone but regarded as an essential residue of methane, and appearing as a component part of many derivatives; as, <i>methyl</i> alcohol, <i>methyl</i> ether, <i>methyl</i> amine, etc.
Source: webster1913