acetum

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a dilute solution of acetic acid that is used as a solvent (e.g. for a drug)
  2. noun sour-tasting liquid produced usually by oxidation of the alcohol in wine or cider and used as a condiment or food preservative

Etymology

Learned borrowing from Latin acētum.

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