noun. Any of a series of aliphatic hydrocarbons with a carbon-carbon triple bond and the general formula C_nH_2n−2.

noun. A hydrocarbon containing at least one carbon–carbon triple bond.

noun. a colorless flammable gas used chiefly in welding and in organic synthesis

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aliphatic compound  

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