ethyl alcohol

• Líquido transparente, incoloro y volátil, que es la sustancia embriagadora de las bebidas alcohólicas, y que también se usa como disolvente, combustible y para la desinfección médica. También se conoce como etanol.

A clear, colorless, volatile liquid that is the intoxicating agent in alcoholic beverages, also used as a solvent, fuel, and in medical disinfection. Also known as ethanol.

1. Chemical compoundC1formal

   A colorless, volatile, flammable liquid (C2H5OH) that is the intoxicating agent in alcoholic beverages and is also used as a solvent and fuel.

   alcohol etílico

   • Ethyl alcohol is produced by fermenting sugars with yeast.
   • The lab uses ethyl alcohol as a solvent for many experiments.
   • Ethyl alcohol is the main psychoactive ingredient in beer, wine, and spirits.

2. Antiseptic agentB2formal

   A form of ethyl alcohol used for disinfection and cleaning wounds.

   Alcohol etílico antiséptico

   • The nurse cleaned the wound with ethyl alcohol.
   • Ethyl alcohol is commonly used in hand sanitizers.
   • Medical wipes often contain ethyl alcohol to kill bacteria.