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Meaning of thionyl

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thionyl (n.)

The hypothetical radical SO, regarded as an essential constituent of certain sulphurous compounds; as, thionyl chloride.

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The hypothetical radical SO, regarded as an essential constituent of certain sulphurous compounds; as, thionyl chloride.

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Thionyl chloride (SOCl2) is a highly reactive liquid used as a chlorinating agent.

The thionyl functional group (S=O) imparts a characteristic electrophilicity to compounds.

Thionyl fluoride (SOF2) is a colorless gas with a pungent odor, used in semiconductor processing.

Thionyl bromide (SOBr2) is a reddish-brown liquid employed in organic synthesis.