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methanol

Pronunciation: /ˈmɛθənɒl/

Definition of methanol

noun

[mass noun] Chemistry
  • a toxic, colourless, volatile flammable liquid alcohol, made chiefly by oxidizing methane. Also called methyl alcohol.
    • Chemical formula: CH3OH

Origin:

late 19th century: from methane + -ol

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