METHYLATE
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Methylate.
Methylate - as a noun
The anion -o-ch3- derived from methanol by loss of a proton; any salt containing this anion
Methylate - as a verb
To add, or treat with methyl alcohol (see methylated spirits)
To add a methyl group to a compound
To add a methyl group to a nucleic acid as part of the process of gene expression
Example Sentences
"Scientists often methylate DNA to study epigenetic modifications."
"The lab technician will methylate the compound to improve its stability."
"Researchers use specific enzymes to methylate proteins in the lab."
"Toxic substances in the environment can methylate certain chemicals, increasing their potency."
"The purpose of this experiment is to methylate the target molecules and analyze their behavior."
Word Game Points
Is METHYLATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, methylate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
METHYLATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is METHYLATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, methylate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMETHYLATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is METHYLATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, methylate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMETHYLATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
