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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Any monocyclic compound.

Adjective

1. 1
   Having a single cycle of development or activity. not-comparable
2. 2
   Having a single ring of atoms in the molecule; such as benzene or cyclopropane. not-comparable

Etymology

From mono- + cyclic.

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