plural of acetylation

present participle of acetylate

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of acetylate

That has been reacted with acetic acid (or one of its derivatives), or has been modified by the attachment of acetyl groups.

(chemistry) To react with acetic acid or one of its derivatives; to introduce one or more acetyl groups into a substance

simple past tense and past participle of acetylate

(organic chemistry) The reaction of a substance with acetic acid or one of its derivatives; the introduction of one or more acetyl groups into a substance.

(organic chemistry) The univalent radical CH₃CO- derived from acetic acid.

(organic chemistry) Any acetylation agent

Causing or relating to acetylation.