acrolein
|a-cro-lein|
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/əˈkroʊliɪn/
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/əˈkrəʊliɪn/
sharp, pungent liquid
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acrolein' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'acer,' where 'acer' meant 'sharp' or 'pungent.'
Historical Evolution
'acrolein' changed from the German word 'Akrolein' and eventually became the modern English word 'acrolein'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'sharp or pungent liquid,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a colorless or yellowish, acrid liquid aldehyde, C3H4O, used in the manufacture of plastics, resins, and pharmaceuticals.
Acrolein is often used in the production of acrylic acid.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/27 19:51