Acetal

//ˈæsɪˌtæl// noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Any diether of a geminal diol, R₂C(OR')₂ (where R' is not H).
  2. 2
    any organic compound formed by adding alcohol molecules to aldehyde molecules wordnet

Etymology

From acet(ic) + al(cohol).

Related phrases

geminal diol

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