1. A chemical group or radical (NH₂CO−) derived from carbamic acid, commonly found in organic compounds and biochemistry.
Usage: chemistry; biochemistry; technical

1. Of, relating to, or containing a carbamoyl group.
Usage: chemistry; technical

Examples

• The carbamoyl group is essential in the synthesis of urea in the body.
• Carbamoyl phosphate is an important intermediate in nitrogen metabolism.
• This carbamoyl compound exhibits interesting reactivity in organic synthesis.
• The enzyme catalyzes the transfer of the carbamoyl moiety to the substrate.
• Carbamoyl derivatives are widely used in pharmaceutical research.