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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

dissolvent

/dɪˈsɒlvənt/ noun · British & US
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What does dissolvent mean?

noun

A substance that dissolves or breaks down another substance, often used in chemistry and medicine. A dissolvent can be a liquid, gas, or solid that is capable of breaking down or dissolving other substances.

Example

"The chemist used a dissolvent to break down the complex compound and isolate its components."

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