methanol

[ meth-uh-nawl, -nol ]

noun

, Chemistry.

1. methyl alcohol.

methanol

/ ˈmɛθəˌnɒl /

noun

1. a colourless volatile poisonous liquid compound used as a solvent and fuel. Formula: CH 3 OH Also calledmethyl alcoholwood alcohol

methanol

/ mĕth′ə-nôl′ /

1. A colorless, toxic, flammable liquid used as a general solvent, antifreeze, and fuel. Also called methyl alcohol, wood alcohol. Chemical formula: CH 4 O.

Word History and Origins

Origin of methanol¹

First recorded in 1890–95; methane + -ol ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of methanol¹

C20: from methane + -ol ¹

Example Sentences

With the use of electricity and catalysts, it is currently possible to convert it into C1 chemicals such as methanol and methane.

From Science Daily

Researchers have successfully transformed CO2 into methanol by shining sunlight on single atoms of copper deposited on a light-activated material, a discovery that paves the way for creating new green fuels.

From Science Daily

The carbon emitted as CO2 by burning single-carbon fuel molecules such as methanol could essentially be recycled into making new fuel without adding any new carbon to the atmosphere.

From Science Daily

The researchers employed methanol vapor to modify the secondary structure of silkworm silk proteins, resulting in a nanofiber membrane with a hydrophobic outer surface.

From Science Daily

Manufacturers have begun to develop semitrucks powered by hydrogen fuel cells, and shipping lines have announced steps in deploying cargo container ships fueled by hydrogen or methanol.

From Los Angeles Times

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