Polyethylene Glycol Definition
noun
Any of a family of colorless liquids and waxes that are condensation polymers of ethylene glycol, have high molecular weight, are soluble in water and in many organic solvents, and are used in detergents, in cosmetics, and as emulsifiers, lubricants, and plasticizers.
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Noun
Singular:
polyethylene glycol
Plural:
polyethylene glycols
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