Acetone

Synonyms of acetone

• dimethyl ketone
• propanone

Collocations of acetone

nail polish remover

Frequency: 80 %

She used acetone as a nail polish remover.

solvent

Frequency: 70 %

Acetone is commonly used as a solvent in various industries.

paint thinner

Frequency: 60 %

The acetone served as a paint thinner for the project.

cleaning agent

Frequency: 50 %

The acetone was a powerful cleaning agent for removing tough stains.

chemical compound

Frequency: 40 %

Acetone is a commonly used chemical compound in laboratories.

Idiomatic Expressions for acetone

• Phrase: Acetone breath
  Meaning: A condition where a person's breath smells like acetone, often a sign of diabetes or other medical issues.
  Usage: The doctor diagnosed the patient with diabetes after noticing acetone breath.