Definitions

1. noun

a colorless, volatile, flammable liquid that is an alcohol derived from various sources such as starch, sugar, or oil.

“The researchers used ethanol as a solvent to extract the medicinal compound.”

2. noun

a type of alcohol used as a fuel or in the manufacture of other chemicals.

“Ethanol is used as a biofuel, providing a cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels.”

3. noun

the alcohol produced by fermentation of starches, sugars, or other organic compounds, especially that produced from grains such as corn or wheat.

“The distillery produced a large quantity of ethanol from fermented grains.”