acetylbenzene
|a-ce-tyl-ben-zene|
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/əˌsiːtəlˈbɛnziːn/
chemical compound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acetylbenzene' originates from the combination of 'acetyl' and 'benzene', where 'acetyl' refers to the acetyl group (CH3CO) and 'benzene' refers to the aromatic hydrocarbon ring.
Historical Evolution
'acetylbenzene' was derived from the combination of the words 'acetyl' and 'benzene' in the 19th century, reflecting its chemical structure.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the chemical structure combining acetyl and benzene, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a chemical compound also known as acetophenone, used in the manufacture of perfumes and as a solvent.
Acetylbenzene is often used in the production of fragrances.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/18 18:51