ethoxide
/ɛθˈɒksaɪd/Definitions
1. noun
A compound that contains an ethoxide ion (C2H5O-) or an alkoxide ion derived from ethanol.
“The ethoxide is used as a strong base in some chemical reactions.”
2. chemistry
A specific type of alkoxide ion or compound that is derived from ethanol (CH3CH2OH).
“Ethoxide is commonly found in the chemical reactions of organic compounds.”
3. noun
A type of chemical compound used in various industrial applications.
“Ethoxide is used in the production of various plastics and other materials.”