solvent
solvent
Definition
sol·vent (-vənt)
adjective
- able to pay all one's debts or meet all financial responsibilities
- that dissolves or can dissolve another substance
Etymology: L solvens, prp. of solvere, to loosen: see solve
noun
- a substance, usually liquid, that dissolves or can dissolve another substance
- something that solves or explains; solution
solvent
Synonyms
solvent
n.
Dissolvent
resolvent, moderator, water, alkahest, dissolvent, chemical solution, catalyst, enzyme; see also solution 2.Solution
resolution, discovery, exposition; see answer 2, explanation 1.
solvent
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- chlorinate: We are also currently looking to develop a national research site for chlorinated solvents in a chalk aquifer.
- halogenate: Typical contaminants are exhaust fumes from lorries parked outside the air compressor intake, flux fumes, halogenated solvents and oil from unsuitable compressors.
- oxygenate: Different types of solvents This fact sheet deals with ' organic ' solvents and specifically hydrocarbon and oxygenated solvents.
- sniff: There is also a strong possibility that sniffing solvents over a longer period of time could make someone's epilepsy worse.
Adjective modifier
- flammable: Highly flammable solvents near the equipment must be minimized.
- non-polar: Replacing some non-polar solvents with polar ones may also be beneficial.
- organic: They are quite soluble in the usual organic solvents of low polarity.
- volatile: The process involves the use of volatile solvents which are added to the oil stock to dissolve the wax.
- polar: This means that polar molecules dissolve well in polar solvents - and what better polar solvent than water!
- aromatic: Ordinary paints use aromatic solvents of the white spirit type, derived from processing of crude oil.
Modifies a noun
- Celt: Solvent Celt Jan 12 2006, 12:09 AM My understanding is that you are entitled to apply set off to any dealings.
- extraction: The theory of solvent extraction is a branch of equilibrium.
- liquidation: A solvent liquidation is handled through a Members ' Voluntary Liquidation procedure.
- evaporation: Fume Exhaust System RDM Ovens incorporate a powerful and positive, fan assisted, fume and solvent evaporation and exhaust duct system as standard.
- vapor: Consider the use of local exhaust ventilation in order to prevent your exposure to any solvent vapor or mist.
- molecule: Difference density maps were used to locate the ordered solvent molecules, which were included in the refinement.
Used with adjective complement
- remain: To remain solvent you always need to ensure you can meet your expenses.
Noun used with modifier
- hydrocarbon: ENFORCEMENT APPROACH 6 Copies of the Data sheet may be provided to anyone enquiring about or contemplating the use of hydrocarbon solvents for drycleaning.
- extraction: Regulation 258/97 does not apply to food additives, flavorings or extraction solvents since these are already covered by existing legislation.
- cleaning: All operating staff must have been trained in the operation of each dry cleaning machine and the control and use of dry cleaning solvents.
Browse dictionary entries near solvent
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