ethyl
ˈɛθɪl
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Definition of ethyl - Reverso English Dictionary

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1.
prefixTECH.used to name compounds containing a two-carbon alkyl groupTECH.
  • Ethyl acetate is a common solvent.
ethane
2.
organic chemistryTECH.univalent hydrocarbon radical C₂H₅ from ethaneTECH.
  • Ethyl is a common group in organic compounds.
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Expressions with ethyl

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colorless liquid used as solvent, intoxicant, and in alcoholic drinks
Ethyl alcohol is used in hand sanitizers and some drinks.
liquid made from ethanol and acetic acid, used as a solvent
Ethyl acetate is often used to remove nail polish.
colorless liquid used as a solvent, anesthetic, or in organic synthesis
Ethyl bromide is used in organic synthesis and as a solvent.
chemical made from cellulose used in coatings or as a thickener
Ethyl cellulose is used in making pills and shiny coatings.
chemical compound used in industrial applications
Ethyl chloride is used in the production of tetraethyllead.
liquid made from ethanol, often used as a laboratory solvent
Ethyl ether is used as a solvent in chemistry labs.

Origin of ethyl

German, Äthyl (ethyl) + -yl (suffix)

Terms with ethyl included in their meaning

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industrial use
ethyl alcohol made undrinkable by adding toxic substances
chemical formula
ethyl para-aminobenzoate with formula C9H11NO2
MEKacr.
acr: Methyl Ethyl Ketone
flammable liquid used as a solvent in industries
ethanol
ethyl alcohol especially when made by distilling wine
chemistry
highly purified ethyl alcohol used in laboratories
fuel and solvent
ethyl alcohol used as a fuel and solvent
chemistry
ethyl alcohol denatured with methyl alcohol
organic chemistry
two ethyl groups attached to the same molecule

Examples of ethyl in a sentence

  • Ethyl groups are common in organic chemistry.
  • Ethyl groups are found in many solvents.
  • The reaction involves an ethyl radical.

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  1. French:éthyle, ...
  2. German:Ethyl, Äthyl, ...
  3. Italian:etile, etil, ...
  4. Spanish:etilo, ...
  5. Portuguese:etil, ...
  6. Chinese:乙基, ...
  7. Japanese:エチル, ...
  8. Arabic:إيثِيل, ...
  9. Hebrew:אֶתִיל, ...
  10. Russian:этил, ...
  11. Ukrainian:етил, ...
  12. Hindi:एथिल, ...

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