ketone
Pronunciation
/ˈkitoʊn/

Definition & Meaning of "ketone"in English

Ketone
01

an organic compound with a carbonyl group (C=O) bonded to two carbon atoms, commonly found in solvents, pharmaceuticals, and flavorings

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
ketones
Examples
Acetone is a common ketone widely used as a solvent and nail polish remover.
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