alcoholysis
noun
al·co·hol·y·sis
-ˈhäl-ə-səs, -ˈhȯl- 
plural alcoholyses
-ˌsēz
: a chemical reaction analogous to hydrolysis in which an alcohol plays a role similar to that of water
alcoholysis of oils and fats
Dictionary Entries Near alcoholysis
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“Alcoholysis.” Merriam-Webster.com Medical Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/alcoholysis. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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