HYDROXY
(adj., noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Hydroxy.
Hydroxy - as an adjective
Being or containing a hydroxyl group
Hydroxy - as a noun
An antimalarial drug used to reduce inflammation in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.
Example Sentences
"The hydroxy group in this compound is responsible for its solubility in water."
"The hydroxylation reaction introduces a hydroxy group into the substrate molecule."
"The hydroxylation of fatty acids results in the formation of hydroxy fatty acids."
"The hydroxy functional group is denoted by the -OH suffix in chemical formulas."
"I need to take a hydroxy compound for my medical condition."
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Is HYDROXY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hydroxy is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HYDROXY has a SCRABBLE points total of 24.
Is HYDROXY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hydroxy is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHYDROXY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is HYDROXY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hydroxy is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHYDROXY has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
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