meth·yl·al

(mĕth′ə-lăl′)

A colorless flammable liquid acetal, C₃H₈O₂, used as a solvent and in the manufacture of perfumes, adhesives, and protective coatings.

[methyl + -al.]

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methylal

(ˈmɛθɪˌlæl)

(Elements & Compounds) a colourless volatile flammable liquid with an odour resembling that of chloroform, used as a solvent and in the manufacture of perfumes and adhesives. Formula: (CH3O)2CH2. Also called: formal

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