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oxidane

American  
[ok-si-deyn] / ˈɒk sɪˌdeɪn /

noun

Chemistry.

  1. water; H 2 O.

Etymology

Origin of oxidane

oxid(e) + -ane

Example Sentences

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Did you know that oxidane, a major component of human urine, is added to coffee beans to enhance the aroma?

From Slate • Feb. 18, 2015

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