ethyne

Definitions of ethyne
  1. noun
    a colorless flammable gas used chiefly in welding and in organic synthesis
    synonyms: acetylene, alkyne
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    type of:
    aliphatic compound
    organic compound that is an alkane or alkene or alkyne or their derivative
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