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toluol

/təˈluːɒl/ noun · British & US
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What does toluol mean?

noun

A colorless, flammable, and toxic liquid hydrocarbon, C7H8, used as a solvent and in the manufacture of explosives and other chemicals.

Example

"The chemist carefully handled the toluol in the laboratory, taking care to avoid inhaling its fumes."

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