ethylene glycol
ethylene glycol
English
Noun
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Definition
The organic compound, HO-CH₂-CH₂-OH, a clear, colorless liquid under normal conditions, widely used as a vehicle engine coolant due to its antifreeze properties.
Example Sentences
- "It is concerned in the manufacture of ethylene glycol, a principal raw material in the production of Terylene, and a block train of eleven 25-ton tank wagons, designed by I.C.I., has been specially constructed by B.R. to convey output to I.C.I.'s Wilton works in North Yorkshire."
- "‘Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol, rather good stuff.’"
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