Definition

A chemical compound that is a colorless liquid with a sweet smell, commonly used as a solvent in paint thinners and adhesives.

Example

The painter used toluole to thin the paint for a smoother application.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of toluole?

I think I've seen it mentioned in some chemistry articles.

Yeah, it's just another name for toluol, which is used in solvents.

That makes sense! I always get confused with those chemical names.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Toluole is derived from 'tolu' (from Spanish *tolu*, referring to a resin from the tree *Myroxylon balsamum*) and '-ole' (a suffix used in chemistry to denote a small or lesser form of a compound). The word 'toluole' refers to a chemical compound derived from tolu, specifically a type of aromatic hydrocarbon.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tolu' as the source resin and '-ole' indicating a smaller or related chemical form, helping you remember that toluole is a compound related to tolu.

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