How to Pronounce Hydroxyl

To pronounce "hydroxyl", say HYDROXYL — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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What does hydroxyl mean?

noun

  1. A univalent radical or functional group (–OH) in organic chemistry; present in alcohols, phenols, carboxylic acids and certain other classes of compounds.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "hydroxyl"?▾

"Hydroxyl" has one syllable.

What does "hydroxyl" mean?▾

Hydroxyl: A univalent radical or functional group (–OH) in organic chemistry; present in alcohols, phenols, carboxylic acids and certain other classes of compounds.

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