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- [pen-teyn]
- /ˈpɛn teɪn/
- /ˈpen.ˌten/
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- [pen-teyn]
- /ˈpɛn teɪn/
Definitions of pentane word
- noun pentane a hydrocarbon of the methane series, existing in three liquid isomeric forms. 1
- noun pentane Also called normal pentane. the most important isomer of pentane, a colorless, flammable, water-insoluble, very volatile liquid, C 5 H 1 2 , obtained from petroleum by distillation: used chiefly as a solvent and in medicine as an anesthetic. 1
- noun pentane an alkane hydrocarbon having three isomers, esp the isomer with a straight chain of carbon atoms (n-pentane) which is a colourless flammable liquid used as a solvent. Formula: C5H12 0
- noun pentane any of three known isomeric, colorless alkanes, C5H12, occurring in petroleum, etc.: used as a solvent, in low-temperature thermometers, etc. 0
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Origin of pentane
First appearance:
before 1875 One of the 25% newest English words
1875-80; pent- + -ane
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Parts of speech for Pentane
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pentane popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
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