acetone
nounfemininetécnico/ɐsɨˈtonɐ/medium
a·ce·to·na
Definition
A volatile, colorless, flammable liquid with a characteristic odor, used as a solvent and produced naturally by the body.
Acetone is a common solvent for varnishes and paints.
Breath that smells of acetone can be a sign of ketoacidosis.
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Common collocations
acetone smellacetone removeracetone poisoningacetone levels
Etymology
Do francês 'acétone', do latim 'acetum' (vinagre).