acetum meaning

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acetum (noun): a dilute solution of acetic acid that is used as a solvent (e.g. for a drug).

acetum has 2 meanings in this dictionary.

acetum as a noun

  1. a dilute solution of acetic acid that is used as a solvent (e.g. for a drug)

    Type of: acetic acid

    Related forms: acetify

  2. sour-tasting liquid produced usually by oxidation of the alcohol in wine or cider and used as a condiment or food preservative

    Synonyms: vinegar

    Type of: condiment

    Kinds: chili vinegar, cider vinegar, wine vinegar

    Related forms: acetify

Scrabble score: 10 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with AC · words ending in UM · 6-letter words

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