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butylene Definition

butyl·ene (byo̵̅o̅t′'l ēn′)

noun

any of four alkenes, including isobutylene, having the same formula, CH, but differing in properties and structure

Etymology: butyl + -ene

butylene Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • glycol: Butylene glycol Promotes moisture; solvent; fragrance fixative.