Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
alcool
Noun
/ˈæl.kə.hɔl/
Definition
A colorless, flammable liquid that is used as a solvent, in the manufacture of chemicals, and as a beverage.
Examples
- Many individuals choose to avoid alcool for health reasons.
- In cooking, alcool can be used to enhance the flavors of certain dishes.
- Alcool is often consumed in social settings, leading to various cultural practices.
Meaning
Alcool, or alcohol, refers to a broad class of organic compounds characterized by the presence of one or more hydroxyl (-OH) groups. Commonly, it denotes ethanol, which is the type of alcohol found in alcoholic beverages.
Synonyms
- ethanol
- spirits
- booze
- liquor