methylated spirits

Or methylated spirit

noun

(usually used with a singular verb)

1. ethyl alcohol denatured with methyl alcohol for the purpose of preventing its use as an alcoholic beverage.

methylated spirits

noun

1. Also called: metho.  meths. (functioning as singular or plural) alcohol that has been denatured by the addition of methanol and pyridine and a violet dye

Word History and Origins

Origin of methylated spirits¹

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

Initial reports suggest the experiment involved sodium bicarbonate and methylated spirits, said outlet 9news.

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In addition to prescription medications, she used methylated spirits, tea tree oil, and even put toothpaste on the spots.

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There is no context in which one’s own account of drinking methylated spirits can sound dignified, let alone heroic or “cool”.

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To preserve from insects, the plants, after mounting, are often brushed over with a liquid formed by the solution of � ℔. each of corrosive sublimate and carbolic acid in 1 gallon of methylated spirits.

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She was given a strong metal receptacle half filled with methylated spirits in which corrosive sublimate had been dissolved.

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