Meaning of alkene in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈælˌkin/

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1. Noun

   alkene

   Etymology

   late 19th century: from alkyl+ -ene

   Definitions

   1. any unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon

Browse dictionary

• alkaptonuria
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• alkane series
• alkanet
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• alkyd
• alkyd resin