long-chain

adjective

ˈlȯŋ-ˈchān 

: having a relatively long chain of atoms and especially carbon atoms in the molecule

long-chain hydrocarbons

Examples of long-chain in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Before the measurements, researchers mixed bioplastic powder, such as long-chain aliphatic polyesters (LCAP), into forest soil where microbes digest natural polymers such as cellulose. — Muskan Bhatia, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2026

And fatty fish, such as salmon, sardines, and mackerel, earn their place thanks in large part to their long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, particularly EPA and DHA. — Laura Solla, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2026

The middle zone holds polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP), a plastic-like material made of long-chain molecules. — New Atlas, 4 Oct. 2026

Mussels Like oysters, mussels are a source of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids. — Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 6 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1898, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for long-chain

• abstain
• airplane
• alkane
• arcane
• arraign
• attain
• backplane
• betaine
• biplane
• blockchain
• butane
• campaign

Medical Definition

long-chain

adjective

: having a relatively long chain of atoms and especially carbon atoms in the molecule

long-chain hydrocarbons