benzyl

American  

[ben-zil, -zeel] / ˈbɛn zɪl, -zil /

adjective

1. containing the benzyl group.

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noun

1. the benzyl group.

benzyl British  

/ ˈbɛnzaɪl /

noun

1. Systematic name: phenylmethyl.  (modifier) of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group C 6 H 5 CH 2 –

   benzyl alcohol

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benzyl Scientific  

/ bĕn′zĭl /

1. The radical C ₆ H ₅ CH ₂, derived from toluene.

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Other Word Forms

• benzylic adjective

Etymology

Origin of benzyl

First recorded in 1865–70; benz- + -yl

Example Sentences

The substance is injected deeply into the muscle and typically consists of oil, benzyl alcohol, and lidocaine, according to a 2009 review on the usage of Synthol in bodybuilding.

From Fox News

Testing revealed an elevated presence of benzyl chloride in a lab, she said.

From New York Times

A benzyl ring might rotate, or organic-chain links flex and stretch.

From Nature

Boos adds that the prescription Ulesfia – for which the active ingredient is benzyl alcohol – is also a good option to effectively kill lice in young kids, since it's approved for children 6 months and older.

From US News

A third prescription option is Ulfesia, which has been available since 2009 and is made with benzyl alcohol that suffocates the lice but doesn't harm the eggs.

From Los Angeles Times