of, consisting of, or containing any of eight isomeric forms of the monovalent group C5H11-
amyl group or radical
See also pentyl
Word origin
C19: from Latin: amylum
amyl in American English
(ˈæmɪl)
noun
any of various isomeric forms of the radical C5H11
Derived forms
amylic (əˈmɪlɪk)
adjective
Word origin
amylum + -yl
amyl- in American English
(ˈæmɪl)
amylo-
used before a vowel
All related terms of 'amyl'
amylo-
indicating starch
amyl acetate
→ banana oil
amyl alcohol
a colourless flammable liquid existing in eight isomeric forms that is used as a solvent and in the manufacture of organic compounds and pharmaceuticals. Formula: C 5 H 11 OH
amyl nitrite
a yellowish unstable volatile fragrant liquid used in medicine as a vasodilator and in perfumes . Formula: (CH 3 ) 2 CHCH 2 CH 2 NO 2
pentyl acetate
a colourless combustible liquid used as a solvent for paints , in the extraction of penicillin , in photographic film, and as a flavouring . Formula: CH 3 COOC 5 H 11