isopropoxide

noun

iso·​pro·​pox·​ide

-₋sə̇d

plural -s

: a binary compound of the radical (CH₃)₂CHO− isomeric with propoxyl

especially : a base formed from isopropyl alcohol by replacement of the hydroxyl hydrogen with a metal

aluminum isopropoxide [(CH₃)₂CHO]₃Al

Word History

Etymology

probably from is- + propox- (from propoxyl + -ide

Love words?

You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.

Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:

• More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
• Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
• Advanced search features
• Ad free!