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Acetin

Definition:

Acetin is a fatty substance derived from acetic acid and glycerol, typically used as a pharmaceutical ingredient or as a solvent.

Noun:

- Acetin refers to the compound composed of acetic acid and glycerol. It is commonly used in the production of pharmaceuticals and can also serve as a solvent.

- Example sentence: The laboratory technician added a small amount of acetin to the solution to enhance its solubility.

Adjective:

- Acetin describes something related to or derived from acetic acid and glycerol.

- Example sentence: The researcher conducted an experiment to study the acetin-based formulation's efficacy in combating bacterial infections.

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