Methylated

Pronunciation: /ˈmɛθəɫˈeɪˈtɛd/

Methylated (adj)

  1. having a methyl group added to a molecule, changing its chemical properties.
  2. having methyl groups attached to DNA, which can affect how genes work.
  3. made more stable by adding methyl groups, often to reduce breakdown.

Methylated (adjective)

Examples

  • The lab report describes a chemically modified sample.
  • The product is chemically modified to improve its properties.