noun
- a colorless, flammable liquid alcohol produced by fermentation of sugars or synthesized chemically; used as a solvent, fuel, and in beverages
Usage: also called ethyl alcohol or grain alcohol; common in chemistry and industrial contexts
Examples
- Ethanol is the active ingredient in alcoholic drinks like beer and wine.
- The laboratory used ethanol as a solvent for the chemical reaction.
- Many countries blend ethanol with gasoline to reduce emissions.
- Ethanol can be produced from corn, sugarcane, or other plant materials.
- The disinfectant contains 70% ethanol to kill bacteria.
- Fermentation of yeast and sugar produces ethanol naturally.