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carboxylic

/kɑːrˈbɒksɪlɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does carboxylic mean?

adjective

Relating to or derived from carboxylic acids, which are organic compounds containing a carboxyl group.

Example

"The carboxylic properties of the new compound made it a promising candidate for further research."

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