mesitylene

/mɛsɪˈtɪliːn/

Definitions

1. noun

A colorless, fragrant, and flammable liquid hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C9H18, used as a solvent and in the manufacture of various chemicals.

“The chemist used mesitylene as a solvent to separate the mixture into its components.”

Synonyms

  • toluene
  • xylene

Antonyms

  • nonflammable
  • nonvolatile