xylene

/ˈzɪliːn, ˈzɪliːn/ or /ziˈliːn/

Definitions

1. noun

a colourless, flammable, aromatic liquid used in the manufacture of dyes, paints, and plastics, and as a solvent.

“The factory used xylene to clean the equipment.”

2. noun

a type of hydrocarbon.

“Xylene is a type of aromatic hydrocarbon.”

Synonyms

  • benzene
  • toluene

Antonyms

  • alcohol
  • water