solvent

simple noun11 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.6
organic solvent7.2

a carbon-based substance that dissolves a solute

volatile solvent7.0

a solvent that evaporates quickly at room temperature

industrial solvent6.9

a solvent used in industrial processes

chemical solvent6.8

a substance that dissolves a solute, resulting in a solution

chlorinated solvent6.5

a solvent containing chlorine, often used for degreasing

cleaning solvent6.0

a solvent used for cleaning purposes

dissolve in a solvent7.8

to cause a substance to be absorbed by a solvent

use as a solvent7.5

to employ a substance in the role of a solvent

sniff solvent4.0

to inhale the fumes of a solvent for a narcotic effect

solvent abuse4.5

the deliberate inhalation of solvent fumes for intoxication

solvent evaporates7.1

the process of a solvent turning from liquid to gas