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ethanol

eth·a·nol [ éthə nàwl ]


noun 
Definition:
 
liquid in alcoholic beverages: a colorless liquid with a pleasant smell. Source: fermentation by yeasts and other microorganisms. Use: in alcoholic beverages, as solvent, in the manufacture of other chemicals. C2H5OH

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