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Meaning of furfural in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions
  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈfərf(j)əˌræl/

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  1. Noun

    furfural

    Etymology

    late 19th century: from obsolete furfurol(in the same sense) + -al

    Definitions

    1. a liquid aldehyde with a penetrating odor

    Examples

    • « made from plant hulls and corn cobs »
    • « used in making furan and as a solvent »

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