xy·lene (z -l n , zln ) also xy·lol (zlôl, -l l)n. 1. Any of three flammable isomeric hydrocarbons, C6H4(CH3)2, obtained from wood and coal tar. 2. A mixture of xylene isomers used as a solvent in making lacquers and rubber cement and as an aviation fuel. |
xylene [zile-lean]
Noun
Chem a hydrocarbon existing in three isomeric forms, all three being colourless flammable volatile liquids used as solvents and in the manufacture of synthetic resins, dyes, and insecticides [Greek xulon wood]
| xylene (z-ln, zln) also xylol (zlôl, -ll) 1. A flammable hydrocarbon obtained from wood and coal tar. Xylene consists of a benzene ring with two methyl (CH3) groups attached, and occurs in three isomeric forms. It is used as a solvent, in jet fuel, and in the manufacture of dyes, fibers, perfumes, and films. Chemical formula: C8H10. 2. A mixture of xylene isomers used as a solvent in making lacquers and rubber cement and as an aviation fuel. |
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| Noun | 1. | xylene - a colorless flammable volatile liquid hydrocarbon used as a solvent dissolvent, dissolver, dissolving agent, resolvent, solvent - a liquid substance capable of dissolving other substances; "the solvent does not change its state in forming a solution" |
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