noun
- A volatile, flammable liquid hydrocarbon mixture used as a solvent and in cleaning applications; also called petroleum ether or light naphtha.
Usage: chemistry; technical
Examples
- The chemist used ligroine to dissolve the organic compound in the laboratory.
- Ligroine is commonly employed in dry cleaning due to its rapid evaporation.
- The solvent ligroine must be handled carefully because of its flammability.
- Industrial manufacturers often prefer ligroine for degreasing metal parts.