hydroxymethylsulfonate
noun/haɪˌdɹɑksimɛθəlˈsʌlfəneɪt/
Etymology From hydroxy + methyl + sulfonate.
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Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences A sulfonated organic compound that is widely used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and other industrial chemicals, and is also produced naturally by certain microorganisms.