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Methyl alcohol
Pronunciation
Definition 1
A type of alcohol used to make antifreeze, pesticides, windshield wiper fluid, paint thinner, certain types of fuel, and other substances. Methyl alcohol catches fire easily and is very poisonous. It is one of many harmful chemicals found in tobacco smoke. Also called methanol and wood alcohol. (NCI Dictionary)
Definition 2
Used as a solvent and as an intermediate in chemical synthesis. Component of deicing mixtures and preservatives. Toxic. (NCI Thesaurus)
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