Definition

A chemical group that is part of cinnamic compounds, consisting of a phenyl group attached to a vinyl group.

Example

Cinnamyl is often used in the production of flavoring agents and fragrances.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of cinnamyl in cooking?

I haven't, what is it used for?

It's actually a compound that adds a unique flavor to dishes.

That sounds interesting! I'll have to look for recipes that use it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cinnamyl is derived from 'cinnamomum' (from Latin, meaning cinnamon tree) and the suffix '-yl' (used in chemistry to denote a radical or group derived from a compound). The term 'cinnamyl' refers to a chemical group derived from cinnamon.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cinnamon' as the source of 'cinnamyl', and remember that '-yl' indicates a chemical group related to that source.

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