monoester
/ˌmɑnoʊˈɛstər/
noun
- A chemical compound that has one ester group, often used in making plastics, medicines, or cosmetics.
- Many skincare products contain a monoester that helps moisturize the skin.
- The lab technician synthesized a monoester for use in a new biodegradable plastic.
- The chemist explained that a monoester forms when one alcohol molecule reacts with an acid.