alkaani — meaning in English

English meaning

• alkane noun Any acyclic saturated hydrocarbon (methane, ethane, etc.).
• paraffin noun A waxy or oily substance derived from petroleum, used as fuel, in candles, or for waterproofing.

Senses

alkaani is used for these senses in English:

• alkane (organic compound) Any acyclic saturated hydrocarbon (methane, ethane, etc.).
• paraffin (petrochemistry, organic compound) Any member of the alkane hydrocarbons.

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