carboxy-

prefix

Having a carboxyl functional group.

Meanings

prefix
  1. chemistryHaving a carboxyl functional group.
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carboxy-. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/carboxy-

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