Definition of alkyl

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • alkyl is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • alkyl is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • alkyl is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 13

Definition of alkyl


  • any of a series of univalent groups of the general formula CnH2n+1 derived from aliphatic hydrocarbons (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. alkyl group
    2. alkyl radical

See definition of alkyl in Merriam Webster