diethyl ether

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diethyl ether (uncountable)

  1. (organic chemistry) A clear, colorless, highly flammable liquid with a low boiling point and chemical formula CH3-CH2-O-CH2-CH3. Used as a solvent and in the past as a general anesthetic.

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