1. A colorless, flammable alcohol with the chemical formula C₃H₈O, used as a solvent and disinfectant; exists in two isomeric forms (n-propanol and isopropanol).
Usage: chemistry; also called propyl alcohol

Examples

• Propanol is commonly used in laboratories as a cleaning solvent.
• Isopropanol, a form of propanol, is found in many hand sanitizers.
• The chemist measured out propanol for the experiment.
• Propanol evaporates quickly due to its low boiling point.
• Industrial applications of propanol include manufacturing pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.