ethylene glycol
Noun

ethylene glycol (uncountable)

  1. (organic compound) An organic compound, HO-CH2-CH2-OH, and the chemical structure at right. It is a clear, colorless liquid under normal conditions, and is widely used as a vehicle engine coolant due to its anti-freeze properties.
Synonyms
  • ethane-1,2-diol
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