ethanal
- n a colorless volatile water-soluble liquid aldehyde used chiefly in the manufacture of acetic acid and perfumes and drugs
ethanal trimer
- n a colorless liquid (a cyclic trimer of acetaldehyde) that is used as a sedative and a solvent
ethanamide
- n a colorless solid amide of acetic acid used as a solvent and in the synthesis of organic compounds
ethanedioic acid
- n a toxic colorless crystalline organic acid found in oxalis and other plants; used as a bleach and rust remover and in chemical analysis
ethanediol
- n a sweet but poisonous syrupy liquid used as an antifreeze and solvent
ethanoic acid
- n a colorless pungent liquid widely used in manufacturing plastics and pharmaceuticals