Definitions from Wiktionary (side chain)

▸ noun:  (organic chemistry) That part of a molecule attached to some core structure; a radical.
▸ noun:  (biochemistry) Any of the variable parts of amino acids that extend from the peptide backbone in proteins; they are referred to as R-groups, which branch off the backbone at the alpha carbon (Cα).
▸ noun:  (audio) Auxiliary audio input fed to a synthesizer etc. and used to selectively trigger an effect.
▸ noun:  (cryptocurrencies) A separate blockchain attached to a parent blockchain (mainchain) to extend its functionalities.
▸ noun:  (rail transport) On some railways, a chain fitted on both sides of a centre coupler or buffer at each end of a rail vehicle, which has a hook for connection to a corresponding chain on the next vehicle in a train.
▸ verb:  (audio) To use auxiliary audio input in that manner.



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