malonyl

[mal-uh-nil, -neel]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

Chemistry.

containing the malonyl group.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of malonyl¹

First recorded in 1885–90; malon(ic) + -yl

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Example Sentences

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It liquefies at 7� C. It is an exceedingly reactive compound, combining with water to form malonic acid, with hydrogen chloride to form malonyl chloride, and with ammonia to form malonamide.