of, consisting of, or containing the monovalent group C2H5-
ethyl group or radical
Derived forms
ethylic (ɪˈθɪlɪk)
adjective
Word origin
C19: from eth(er) + -yl
ethyl in American English
(ˈɛθəl)
noun
the monovalent radical, C2H5, which forms the base of many compounds, as ethyl alcohol and ether
Derived forms
ethylic (ɪˈθɪlɪk)
adjective
Word origin
ether + -yl
All related terms of 'ethyl'
ethyl ether
a colourless volatile highly flammable liquid with a characteristic sweetish odour , made by the reaction of sulphuric acid with ethanol : used as a solvent and anaesthetic . Formula: C 2 H 5 OC 2 H 5
ethyl acetate
a colourless volatile flammable fragrant liquid ester , made from acetic acid and ethanol : used in perfumes and flavourings and as a solvent for plastics , etc. Formula: CH 3 COOC 2 H 5
ethyl alcohol
Ethyl alcohol is the same as → ethanol .
ethyl carbamate
a colourless odourless crystalline ester that is used in the manufacture of pesticides , fungicides , and pharmaceuticals. Formula: CO(NH 2 )OC 2 H 5
ethyl cellulose
an ethyl ether of cellulose obtained as a white granular solid by treating wood pulp soaked in sodium hydroxide ( alkali cellulose ) with ethyl chloride : used in adhesives, plastics, insulation , etc.
ethyl chloride
a colorless liquid, C 2 H 5 Cl, prepared by heating ethyl alcohol with hydrogen chloride in the presence of zinc chloride: used in preparing tetraethyl lead and ethyl cellulose , and as a local anesthetic
methyl ethyl ketone
a highly flammable liquid, CH 3 COCH 2 CH 3 , used as a solvent ; butanone
ethyl-para-aminobenzoate
→ benzocaine
alcohol
Drinks that can make people drunk, such as beer , wine , and whisky , can be referred to as alcohol .
butanone
a colourless soluble flammable liquid used mainly as a solvent for resins , as a paint remover, and in lacquers , cements , and adhesives . Formula: CH 3 COC 2 H 5