glyceryl
/ˈɡlɪs(ə)rʌɪl
/ /ˈɡlɪs(ə)rɪl/noun [as modifier] Chemistry
Of or denoting a radical derived from glycerol by replacement of one or more hydrogen atoms: glyceryl trinitrate...
- Another derivative, guaiacol glyceryl ether, is an ingredient in cough medicines, and glycerol methacrylate is used in the manufacture of soft contact lenses to make them permeable to air.
- Active compound combinations having a content of glyceryl alkyl ethers and cosmetic and dermatological formulations comprising such active compound combinations
- Special fats which incorporate an emulsifier, usually glyceryl monostearate, are available to the commercial baker.
Origin
Mid 19th century: from glycerine + -yl.
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