单词 | ether |
释义 | Word Frequency ether(ˈiːθə) noun Also (for senses 3–5): aether1. Also called: diethyl ether, ethyl ether, ethoxyethane a colourless volatile highly flammable liquid with a characteristic sweetish odour, made by the reaction of sulphuric acid with ethanol: used as a solvent and anaesthetic. Formula: C2H5OC2H5 2. any of a class of organic compounds with the general formula ROR′ whereRand R′ are alkyl groups, as in diethyl ether C2H5OC2H5 3. the ether 4. Greek mythology the upper regions of the atmosphere; clear sky or heaven 5. a rare word for air Derived forms etheric (iːˈθɛrɪk) adjective Word origin C17: from Latin aether, from Greek aithēr, from aithein to burn |
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