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aldehyde
nounmasculinetechnicaluncommon/aldɐˈiðu/al·de·í·do
Definition
1An organic compound containing a functional group with the structure -CHO, obtained by oxidizing primary alcohols.
Usage examples
“Formaldehyde is a common aldehyde used in disinfectants.”
“The smell of almonds is often due to the presence of an aldehyde.”
Common combinations
formaldehydeacetaldehydealdehyde group