(organic chemistry) Any of very many isomers of the alkane having twelve carbon atoms, but especially n-dodecane that is used as a solvent and is present in Diesel fuel.

plural of dodecane

An organic compound with chemical formula CH₃(CH₂)₁₀CHO, found in citrus oils and used in perfumery.

An island chain consisting of twelve main islands including Rhodes, its capital.

The people of this island chain.

(organic chemistry) Any thiol derived from dodecane.

plural of dodecanethiol

A dicarboxylic acid used in antiseptics, engineering plastics, paints and coatings, and as a corrosion inhibitor and surfactant.

A native or inhabitant of the Dodecanese islands.

plural of Dodecanesian