A thioether is a functional group in organosulfur chemistry with the connectivity C-S-C as shown on right. Like many other sulfur-containing compounds, volatile thioethers have foul odors. A thioether is similar to an ether except that it contains a sulfur atom in place of the oxygen. The grouping of oxygen and sulfur in the periodic table suggest...
The bond R s C, of which the best example is methionine. ... (18 Nov 1997) ... 
The bond R-S-C, of which the best example is in methionine.
Type: Term Pronunciation: thī′ō-ē′thĕr Definitions: 1. An organic sulfide; an ether in which the oxygen is replaced by sulfur; R—S—R′.