Hypernym

noun

(chemistry) two or more atoms bound together as a single unit and forming part of a molecule

phenyl group 1

noundomain: substance

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English

Definition

a cyclic group of atoms with the formula C6H5.

Examples

1.Usually, a "phenyl group" is synonymous to C6H5– and is represented by the symbol Ph or, archaically, Φ.

Synonyms

phenyl ring 1
a cyclic group of atoms with the formula C6H5.

Part_holonym

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noun

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noun

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amphetamine 1

noun

a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression

atropine 1

noun

a poisonous crystalline alkaloid extracted from the nightshade family; used as an antispasmodic and to dilate the eye pupil; also administered in large amounts as an antidote for organophosphate nerve agents or organophosphate insecticides

cocaine 1

noun

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