English word dideoxy comes from English di-, English deoxy-
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| di- | English (eng) | (uncommon) Alternative form of dis-. Two, twice, or double A form of dia- before a vowel. |
| deoxy- | English (eng) | (chemistry) Forming the names of compounds that are formally derived from others by the replacement of a hydroxy group by a hydrogen atom. |
| dideoxy | English (eng) | (organic chemistry, of a sugar) Lacking two hydroxyl groups. |