Anisyl \An"i*syl\, n. (Org. Chem.)
   (a) The univalent radical, CH3OC6H4, of which anisol is the hydride.
   (b) The univalent radical CH3OC6H4CH2; as, anisyl alcohol.
   (c) The univalent radical CH3OC6H4CO, of anisic acid.

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)