Definition of Semisynthetic

1. Adjective. Not of natural origin; prepared or made artificially. "Synthetic leather"

Exact synonyms: Man-made, Synthetic
Category relationships: Chemical Science, Chemistry
Similar to: Artificial, Unreal

Definition of Semisynthetic

1. Adjective. (organic chemistry) synthesized by chemically modifying a natural material ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Semisynthetic

1. [adj]

Medical Definition of Semisynthetic

1. Produced by chemical manipulation of naturally occurring substances. This entry appears with permission from the Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology (11 Mar 2008)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Semisynthetic

semisub
semisubmerged
semisubmersible
semisubmersibles
semisubs
semisulcus
semisulfur mustard
semisupination
semisupine
semisweet
semisweet chocolate
semisyllable
semisyllables
semisyntheses
semisynthesis
semisynthetic (current term)
semisynthetically
semisystematic
semisystematic name
semisystematically
semita
semitalented
semitangent
semitangents
semitar
semitars
semitasteful
semitaur
semitaurs
semitendinosus

Literary usage of Semisynthetic

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Drug Identification and Testing in the Juvenile Justice System by Anne H. Crowe (1998)
"Oxycodone—A semisynthetic morphine derivative used as a pain reliever. ... Oxymorphone—A semisynthetic narcotic analgesic similar to morphine that produces ..."

2. Agricultural Biotechnology: Novel Products & New Partnerships by Jane B. Segelken (1998)
"New efficiencies will be implemented in the semisynthetic process, as well as full development and commercialization of plant cell culture within a few ..."

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