Gamma-butyrolactone
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Gamma-butyrolactone is a noun meaning (chemistry, pharmacology) The lactone of 4-hydroxybutyric acid; A colourless liquid used as a solvent or reagent in various industrial uses, as well as a recreational drug.
Meaning
(chemistry, pharmacology) The lactone of 4-hydroxybutyric acid; A colourless liquid used as a solvent or reagent in various industrial uses, as well as a recreational drug.
Synonyms for gamma-butyrolactone
Depending on context, synonyms include G.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gammabutyrolactone, butyrolactone, butanolide, hydroxybutyrate, glucuronolactone, lactobionate.
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