bioethanol

American  

[bahy-oh-eth-uh-nawl, -nahl] / ˌbaɪ oʊˈɛθ əˌnɔl, -ˌnɑl /

noun

plural

bioethanols

1. Chemistry. ethanol produced from agricultural biomass, including fermented sugarcane and corn, used largely as an additive to or substitute for gasoline.

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bioethanol British  

/ ˌbaɪəʊˈɛθənɒl /

noun

1. a biofuel based on alcohol which may be combined with petrol for use in vehicles

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bioethanol Scientific  

/ bī′ō-ĕth′ə-nôl′ /

1. See under biofuel

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Example Sentences

Converting bioethanol into acetaldehyde through selective oxidation offers a more sustainable alternative, but most existing catalysts face a familiar problem.

From Science Daily • Dec. 29, 2025

To improve the efficiency of converting bioethanol into acetaldehyde -- a valuable chemical used in plastics and pharmaceuticals, the researchers focused on perovskite-based catalyst supports.

From Science Daily • Dec. 29, 2025

The bioethanol industry buys thousands of tonnes of wheat from UK farms, and Ensus also produces 30% of the UK's commercial carbon dioxide – used in soft drinks, medical and nuclear industries.

From BBC • Aug. 15, 2025

He has urged the government to support bioethanol production by creating a clear framework in order to boost demand, in addition to providing financial help during the transition.

From BBC • Aug. 3, 2025

A government spokesperson said the bioethanol industry had been facing "significant challenges" for some time and ministers were working with Vivergo on a plan to protect jobs and the supply chain.

From BBC • Aug. 3, 2025