Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
alcoholic-solution
noun
/ˌæl.kəˈhɒl.ɪk səˈluː.ʃən/
Definition
A solution that contains alcohol, typically used in laboratory or medicinal contexts.
Examples
- In the laboratory, we prepared an alcoholic solution to extract the active ingredients from the plant material.
- Many cleaning products are made with an alcoholic solution to effectively kill bacteria.
- Alcoholic solutions are often used in the preparation of tinctures in herbal medicine.
Meaning
An alcoholic solution is a mixture where alcohol is the solvent for other substances, commonly used for dissolving or extracting materials.
Synonyms
- ethanol solution
- spirits
- alcohol solution
