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e·ther
 ether
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a very volatile, flammable liquid compound of hydrogen, carbon, and oxygen, used as a solvent and formerly as an anesthetic.
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| definition 2: |
any of a group of compounds in which two hydrocarbon groups are attached to an oxygen atom.
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| definition 3: |
outer space.
- similar words:
- space
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| definition 4: |
formerly, the substance believed to constitute outer space, and to be the medium of electromagnetic waves, including light.
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| related words: |
air, anesthetic, heaven |
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