alcoholysis

noun

al·​co·​hol·​y·​sis -ˈhäl-ə-səs, -ˈhȯl- How to pronounce alcoholysis (audio)
plural alcoholyses -ˌsēz How to pronounce alcoholysis (audio)
: a chemical reaction analogous to hydrolysis in which an alcohol plays a role similar to that of water
alcoholysis of oils and fats

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“Alcoholysis.” Merriam-Webster.com Medical Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/alcoholysis. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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