wood vinegar

/wʊd ˌvɪnəgər/
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Definitions of wood vinegar
  1. noun
    a red-brown liquid formed in distillation of wood which contains acetic acid, methanol, acetone, wood oils, and tars
    synonyms: pyroligneous acid
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    a substance that is liquid at room temperature and pressure
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