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Aliphatic

//ælɪˈfætɪk// adj, noun

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of a class of organic compounds in which the carbon atoms are arranged in an open chain. not-comparable
Adjective
  1. 1
    having carbon atoms linked in open chains wordnet
Noun
  1. 1
    A compound of this type.
  2. 2
    A petroleum fraction containing no aromatic compounds in-plural

Etymology

Etymology 1

From Ancient Greek ἄλειφαρ (áleiphar, “oil, ointment”) + -ic.

Etymology 2

From Ancient Greek ἄλειφαρ (áleiphar, “oil, ointment”) + -ic.

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