Definitions

from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun The univalent acyl group C6H5CO−, derived from benzoic acid.

from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun The radical (C7H5O) of benzoic acid, of oil of bitter almonds, and of an extensive series of compounds derived from this oil, or connected with it by certain relations.

from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.

  • noun (Chem.) A compound radical, C6H5.CO-; the base of benzoic acid, of the oil of bitter almonds, and of an extensive series of compounds.

from Wiktionary, Creative Commons Attribution/Share-Alike License.

  • noun organic chemistry, especially in combination A univalent radical formally derived from benzoic acid, C6H5CO-, by removal of the hydroxyl group

Etymologies

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From benzoic +‎ -yl

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Examples

  • Benzoyl-CoA 3-monooxygenase 1.14.13.58 1 Nomenclature EC number 1.14.13.58 Systematic name benzoyl-CoA, NADPH: oxygen oxidoreductase (3-hydroxylating) Recommended name benzoyl-CoA

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  • Topical acne treatments given to teenagers are used directly on the skin includes antibiotic lotions and azelaic acid that is described as a benzoyl peroxide alternative.

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  • These treatments usually include the use of additives such as benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid and sulfur ingredients, can cause unpleasant side effects.

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  • This is a bona fide and celebrated acne fighting blend, containing an excellent conjunction of violent value real ingredients and free of husky chemicalsis, such as benzoyl peroxide that may ground pellicle redness and irritation.

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  • Should combine with antibacterial agent such as benzoyl peroxide or oral antibiotic

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  • Many people blame adult acne on their hormones and therefore get hormonal treatment; others prefer medical cures such as benzoyl peroxide (good for teens - but what about adults?

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  • Many people blame adult acne on their hormones and therefore get hormonal treatment; others prefer medical cures such as benzoyl peroxide (good for teens - but what about adults?

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  • Many people blame adult acne on their hormones and therefore get hormonal treatment; others prefer medical cures such as benzoyl peroxide (good for teens - but what about adults?

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  • Wash with warm water and mild soap, perhaps combined with an over-the-counter product with benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, for up to 12 weeks.

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  • Wash with warm water and mild soap, perhaps combined with an over-the-counter product with benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, for up to 12 weeks.

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