acetone
Translation
acetone
Examples
Acetone is used as a solvent.
Acetone is used as a solvent.
She used acetone to remove her nail polish.
She used acetone to remove her nail polish.
Grammar Patterns
((acetone)) a colorless liquid chemical used as a solvent She used acetone to remove her nail polish.
Similar Words
Synonyms: propanone, dimethyl ketone
Etymology
From Latin 'acetum' (vinegar) + the chemical suffix '-one'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'ac' sound in 'acetic acid' (vinegar). Acetone is a related chemical, often found in nail polish remover.