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toluene

/ˈtɒl.ju.iːn/

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noun

/ˈtɒl.ju.iːn/C1formaltechnical
  • ruБесцветная легковоспламеняющаяся жидкость, получаемая из нефти или каменноугольной смолы, широко используемая в качестве растворителя для смол и лаков, а также как компонент высокооктанового топлива.

A colorless, flammable liquid derived from petroleum or coal tar, commonly used as a solvent for gums and lacquers, and as a component in high-octane fuels.

uncountable

  1. Chemical compoundC1formalscientific

    A colorless, flammable liquid derived from petroleum or coal tar, used as a solvent for gums, lacquers, and in high-octane fuels.

    ruХимическое соединение

    • Toluene is commonly used as a solvent in paint thinners.
    • The laboratory stored toluene in a well-ventilated area.
    • Industrial processes often rely on toluene for chemical synthesis.

    Synonymsmethylbenzene

Forms
  • toluenes plural form
  • toluenes' possessive plural form
  • toluene's possessive singular form