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IN BRIEF: n. - A colorless flammable gas used chiefly in welding and in organic synthesis.

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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: a colorless flammable gas used chiefly in welding and in organic synthesis
  Synonyms: acetylene, alkyne

 
 
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