Pronunciation: /əˈsɛtəl ˈsɛljəˌloʊs/
noun a type of cellulose that has been chemically modified by acetylation, commonly used in the production of films and fibers
A1 Acetyl cellulose is a type of plastic used in making eyeglass frames.
A2 Some manufacturers use acetyl cellulose to create durable and lightweight phone cases.
B1 Acetyl cellulose is often preferred over other materials for its high transparency and resistance to yellowing.
B2 Chemists have been studying the properties of acetyl cellulose to develop new biodegradable packaging materials.
C1 The production process of acetyl cellulose involves the modification of cellulose fibers with acetic acid.
C2 Researchers are exploring the potential applications of acetyl cellulose in the biomedical field due to its biocompatibility.
formal Acetyl cellulose is a type of cellulose derivative that is commonly used in the production of films and fibers.
informal I heard they're using acetyl cellulose to make those new biodegradable plastic bags.
slang Yo, check out this cool new fabric made from acetyl cellulose!
figurative Her creativity flowed like acetyl cellulose, forming beautiful threads of ideas.
acetylated
acetyl celluloses
more acetyl cellulose
most acetyl cellulose
acetylates cellulose
will acetylate cellulose
has acetylated cellulose
is acetylating cellulose
acetyl cellulose
acetyl cellulose
to acetylate cellulose
acetylating cellulose
acetylated cellulose