acetaldehyde

/ˌæsiːtˈældɪhaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A colorless, pungent, flammable liquid aldehyde used as a solvent and as an intermediate in the manufacture of various organic compounds.

“The chemical reaction produced acetaldehyde as a byproduct, which was then neutralized to prevent any harm to the environment.”

Synonyms

  • aldehyde
  • organic compound

Antonyms

  • inorganic compound
  • oxide