# Baylis-Hillman reaction

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. A carbon-carbon bond-forming reaction between an activated alkene and a carbon electrophile in the presence of a nucleophilic catalyst, such as a tertiary amine or phosphine.

## Etymology
Named after chemists Anthony B. Baylis and Melville E. D. Hillman.

## Source
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