1. Plural of isopropyl; chemical compounds or groups containing the isopropyl radical (C₃H₇), commonly used in organic chemistry and industrial applications.
Usage: technical; chemistry

Examples

• Isopropyl alcohol is a common disinfectant found in many households.
• The chemist synthesized several isopropyls for the pharmaceutical research project.
• Isopropyl groups are frequently used as protecting groups in organic synthesis.
• The laboratory stored various isopropyls in clearly labeled containers.
• Isopropyl esters are important intermediates in chemical manufacturing.