biacetyl

/baɪəˈsɛtɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A compound found in the volatile oil of certain plants, used as a flavoring agent and a solvent.

“The perfume contained a mixture of fragrances, including biacetyl, which gave it a distinctive aroma.”

Synonyms

  • acetic ester
  • diacetyl

Antonyms

  • non-volatile compound