benzoyl

== English == === Alternative forms === benzoil (archaic) benzule (obsolete) === Etymology === From benzoic +‎ -yl. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈbɛnzəʊ.ɪl/, /ˈbɛnzəʊ.aɪl/ === Noun === benzoyl (plural benzoyls) (organic chemistry, especially in combination) A univalent radical formally derived from benzoic acid, C6H5CO-, by removal of the hydroxyl group. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ====