Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gly
Prefix
/ɡlɪ/
Definition
A prefix used in chemistry to denote a relation to glycerin or certain compounds derived from it.
Examples
- Glycol: an organic compound related to glycerin.
- Glycoprotein: a molecule that consists of a carbohydrate plus a protein.
Meaning
The prefix ‘gly’ originates from glycerin, referring to various chemical structures or compounds that are related to or derived from glycerin (glycerol).
Synonyms
- Glycerin
- Glycerol compounds
