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solvent
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/solˈvɛ̃tɨ/sol·ven·te
Definition
1A substance, usually a liquid, capable of dissolving another substance.
Usage examples
“Acetone is a common solvent for paints.”
“Use an appropriate solvent to remove the adhesive.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
organic solventuniversal solventsolvent-based