lig·ro·in (l g r -n)n. A volatile, flammable fraction of petroleum, obtained by distillation and used as a solvent. [German.] |
ligroin [ˈlɪgrəʊɪn]
n
(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) a volatile fraction of petroleum containing aliphatic hydrocarbons of the paraffin series. It has an approximate boiling point range of 70°-130°C and is used as a solvent
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