Hydroxy
7 lettersadjectiverareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Describing a compound that contains or is characterised by a hydroxyl group.
“Hydroxy acids are widely used in skincare formulations for their exfoliating properties.”
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Syllables
hy·drox·y
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Synonyms
hydroxylated
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