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pyroxylin

Syllabification: (py·rox·y·lin)
Pronunciation: /pīˈräksələn, pə-/

Definition of pyroxylin

noun

Chemistry
  • a form of nitrocellulose that is less highly nitrated and is soluble in ether and alcohol.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from French pyroxyline, from Greek pur 'fire' + xulon 'wood'

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