Silyl

//ˈsaɪlɪl// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The radical SiH₃ derived from silane
  2. 2
    Any similar radical in which one or more of the hydrogen atoms are replaced by organic groups

Etymology

From sil- + -yl.

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