monocyclic

English

Etymology

mono- +‎ cyclic

Adjective

monocyclic (not comparable)

1. Having a single cycle of development or activity.
2. (chemistry) Having a single ring of atoms in the molecule; such as benzene or cyclopropane.

Related terms

• bicyclic
• tricyclic
• polycyclic

Noun

monocyclic (plural monocyclics)

1. (chemistry) Any monocyclic compound.