What is another word for acetylation?
Pronunciation: [ˌasɪtɪlˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Acetylation is a process by which an acetyl functional group is added to a molecule. Some synonyms for the word acetylation include acylation, acetyl transfer, acetylating, and acetylization. These terms refer to similar processes in which acetyl groups are added to target molecules. Acetylation is commonly used in biochemistry and molecular biology to modify proteins, enzymes, and histones. Other related processes include methylation, phosphorylation, and glycosylation, which involve the addition of different functional groups to molecules. Understanding the molecular processes involved in acetylation and related modifications is important for developing new therapies and drugs for various diseases.
