triacetate

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triacetate

(traɪˈæsɪˌteɪt) n (Elements & Compounds) a compound that contains three acetate groups in the molecule

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(traɪˈæs ɪˌteɪt)

n. 1. a compound containing three acetate groups. 2. a textile fiber made of cellulose triacetate or a fabric made from this fiber. [1855–60]

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triacetate - cellulose acetate that is relatively slow to burn; used instead of celluloid for motion-picture filmcellulose triacetatecellulose acetate - an ester of acetic acid; used in fibers and fabrics; photographic films and varnishes

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noun cellulose acetate that is relatively slow to burn

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