: containing two methyl groups in the molecule—often used in combination
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the WebThe dimethyl mercury was able to seep through the glove and absorb into her skin. Sophie Weiner, Popular Mechanics, 15 Dec. 2017 The dimethyl mercury was able to seep through the glove and absorb into her skin. Sophie Weiner, Popular Mechanics, 15 Dec. 2017
Word History
First Known Use
1852, in the meaning defined above
Phrases Containing dimethyl
dimethyl sulfoxide
dimethyl sulfoxide
Medical Definition
dimethyl
adjective
di·meth·yl (ˈ)dī-ˈmeth-əl
: containing two methyl groups in a molecule—often used in combination