non-acetone
|non-ac-e-tone|
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/nɑn-ˈæsɪtoʊn/
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/nɒn-ˈæsɪtəʊn/
without acetone
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-acetone' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'acetone,' a chemical compound used as a solvent.
Historical Evolution
'non-acetone' was formed by combining 'non-' with 'acetone' to describe products that do not contain acetone.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not containing acetone,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes a product or substance that does not contain acetone, often used in the context of nail polish removers.
She prefers using non-acetone nail polish remover because it's gentler on her nails.
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Last updated: 2025/05/05 22:51