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toluene

to·luene

UK/ˈtɒl.juːˌiːn/ US/ˈtɑl.juˌin/ uncommon

noun

1.

a colorless flammable liquid obtained from petroleum or coal tar; used as a solvent for gums and lacquers and in high-octane fuels

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Origin

From German Toluin, from Tolu (Tolú) where it was first distilled.

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