Definitions

1. noun

a colourless volatile flammable liquid used as a solvent and as a raw material in the production of nitrocellulose, dyes, and other chemicals.

“The chemist used ligroin to dissolve the solid particles in the mixture.”

2. noun

a mixture of toluene and xylene, used as a solvent, especially in the production of nitrocellulose.

“The factory used ligroin to clean the equipment after each production run.”