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dienophile

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di·​eno·​phile | \ dīˈenəˌfīl \
plural -s

Definition of dienophile

: the olefinic or acetylenic component (such as maleic anhydride) that is seeking a diene in the Diels-Alder reaction

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History and Etymology for dienophile

diene + -o- + -phile

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“Dienophile.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dienophile. Accessed 27 Sep. 2021.

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