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| acetate |
a textile fabric, plastic, or other product made from cellulose acetate. [1/2 definitions] |
| acetic acid |
a clear, colorless, sour liquid compound that is the main ingredient in vinegar and is used in solvents, acetate fibers, plastics, and other products. |
| banana oil |
a clear synthetic liquid with a bananalike odor, used as a flavoring or paint solvent, and in the making of lacquers; amyl acetate. |
| sharkskin |
a fabric made from rayon or acetate, with a smooth, silky surface. [1/2 definitions] |
| triacetate |
an acetate compound that contains three acetate groups. |
| tulle |
a thin, netlike cloth of silk, rayon, nylon, or acetate, used esp. for veils, evening gowns, and ballet costumes. |
| verdigris |
copper acetate, used as a pesticide or a pigment. [1/2 definitions] |
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