alicyclic

 
Pronunciation: /ˌalɪˈsʌɪklɪk, -ˈsɪk-/
Chemistry

adjective

  • relating to or denoting organic compounds which combine cyclic structure with aliphatic properties, e.g. cyclohexane and other saturated cyclic hydrocarbons. Compare with aromatic.

noun

  • an alicyclic compound.

Origin:

late 19th century: blend of aliphatic and cyclic