noun
- Plural of ethanol; a colorless, flammable liquid alcohol (C₂H₅OH) produced by fermentation or synthesis, used as a solvent, fuel, and in beverages.
Usage: Chemistry and industrial contexts; Also called ethyl alcohol or grain alcohol
Examples
- The laboratory stored several bottles of ethanols for use in chemical experiments.
- Ethanols are commonly used as solvents in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Different grades of ethanols are required for fuel production versus medical applications.
- The distillery produces high-purity ethanols for industrial use.
- Ethanols evaporate quickly, making them useful for cleaning electronic components.