butanone

/ˈbyʊtənɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

A colorless, flammable liquid ketone used as a solvent, a raw material in the production of resins and plastics, and in the manufacture of acetone.

“The factory used butanone to clean the equipment before it was used for manufacturing.”

Synonyms

  • diethyl ketone
  • methyl ethyl ketone

Antonyms

  • ethanol
  • glycerol