polyhydroxy

American

[pol-ee-hahy-drok-see] / ˌpɒl i haɪˈdrɒk si /

adjective

Chemistry.

containing two or more hydroxyl groups.

polyhydroxy British

/ ˌpɒlɪhaɪˈdrɒksɪ /

adjective

Also: polyhydric. (of a chemical compound) containing two or more hydroxyl groups per molecule

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Etymology

Origin of polyhydroxy

1890–95; poly- + hydroxy ( def. )

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The most active included polyhydroxy and polyphenolic compounds such as caffeic acid.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 19, 2026

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