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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

xylene

/ˈzɪliːn/ noun · British & US
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What does xylene mean?

noun

A colorless, flammable, aromatic hydrocarbon derived from coal or petroleum, used as a solvent and in the manufacture of dyes and plastics. Xylene is also known as dimethylbenzene.

Example

"The chemist carefully handled the xylene in the laboratory, taking care not to inhale its fumes."

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