GRAIN ALCOHOL
\ɡɹˈe͡ɪn ˈalkəhˌɒl], \ɡɹˈeɪn ˈalkəhˌɒl], \ɡ_ɹ_ˈeɪ_n ˈa_l_k_ə_h_ˌɒ_l]\
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the intoxicating agent in fermented and distilled liquors; used pure or denatured as a solvent or in medicines and colognes and cleaning solutions and rocket fuel; proposed as a renewable clean-burning additive to gasoline
By Princeton University
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A clear, colorless liquid rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and distributed throughout the body. It has bactericidal activity and is used often as a topical disinfectant. It is widely used as a solvent and preservative in pharmaceutical preparations as well as serving as the primary ingredient in ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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