Acetone
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈæ.sə.toʊn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Acetone is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) A colourless, volatile, flammable liquid ketone, (CH₃)₂CO, used as a solvent.
Meaning
(organic chemistry) A colourless, volatile, flammable liquid ketone, (CH₃)₂CO, used as a solvent.
Example Sentences
You open the salon door and the acetone from yesterday’s manicures immediately stings my nostrils.
Word Forms
- acetones
Synonyms for acetone
Depending on context, synonyms include propanone.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include propanone, hexane, acetate, butanol, ketone, dimethyl.
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