Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ethe
noun
/ˈɛθiː/
Definition
A simple, colorless liquid that is used as a solvent and in the production of ether.
Examples
- The chemist used ethe to dissolve the organic materials in the experiment.
- During the procedure, ethe was administered as an anesthetic to ensure the patient’s comfort.
- The laboratory reported that the ethe they used had a high purity level for best results.
Meaning
Ethe refers to a class of organic compounds known as ethers, typically characterized by their properties as solvents and anesthetic agents.
Synonyms
- ether
- solvent
- anesthetic
