ethyl acetate

/ˌɛθəl ˌæsəˈteɪt/
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Definitions of ethyl acetate
  1. noun
    a fragrant colorless flammable volatile liquid ester made from ethanol and acetic acid; used in flavorings and perfumes and as a solvent for plastics
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    type of:
    ester
    formed by reaction between an acid and an alcohol with elimination of water
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