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methylated

/mɛθˈɪleɪtɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does methylated mean?

verb

To convert or treat with methyl groups, or to make something more effective or efficient by adding a methyl group.

Example

"The chemist methylated the compound to enhance its reactivity."

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