polyhydroxy
/ˌpɑlihaɪˈdrɑksi/
adjective
- Containing two or more hydroxyl groups (OH) in a molecule, used especially in chemistry.
- The chemist studied the properties of polyhydroxy alcohols such as glycerol.
- Many polyhydroxy acids are used in skincare products for their exfoliating effects.
- Polyhydroxy compounds like sugars are important in biochemistry and nutrition.