Ethanal
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noun.
The
IUPAC
name for
acetaldehyde
, rarely used in research or industry.
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noun.
a colorless volatile water-soluble liquid aldehyde used chiefly in the manufacture of acetic acid and perfumes and drugs
Word Usage
"Here in Canada we have similar plans (though not nearly so grandiose, yet) to increase ethanal usage."
Hypernym
Words that are more generic or abstract
aldehyde