piperonyl
English
editEtymology
editFrom piper (“pepper”), suffixed with (-)on and -yl. The hot component of pepper is called piperine, and piperonyl is part of this compound.
Pronunciation
editNoun
editpiperonyl (plural piperonyls)
- (organic chemistry, especially in combination) A univalent radical derived from 1,3-benzodioxole.