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acylation

nounfemininetechnicalrare/ɐsilɐˈsɐ̃w̃/a·ci·la·ção

Definition

Technical term in organic chemistry for the introduction of an acyl group into a molecule. Not a common word in general European Portuguese.

Specialized technical term.

“Acylation is a fundamental reaction in organic synthesis.”

“The mechanism of acylation was studied in detail.”