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propanediol

DEFINITIONS OF: propanediol

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n a sweet colorless, viscous, hygroscopic liquid used as an antifreeze and in brake fluid and also as a humectant in cosmetics and personal care items although it can be absorbed through the skin with harmful effects

Synonyms:
propylene glycol
Type of:
antifreeze
a liquid added to the water in a cooling system to lower its freezing point
humectant
any substance that is added to another substance to keep it moist
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