isopropyl

noun, often attributive

iso·pro·pyl | \ ˌī-sə-ˈprō-pəl

Definition of isopropyl

: the alkyl radical isomeric with straight-chain propyl —often used in combination

Examples of isopropyl in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Granite counter cleaner: Mix 2 cups water, 1/4 cup isopropyl alchohol, 5 drops essential oil, a few drops of dish washing liquid or castile soap in a spray bottle. — Doreen Christensen, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Spring cleaning: Recipes for green cleaning products that cost pennies to make," 19 Mar. 2018 The simple recipe: 1/3 cup water 2/3 cup isopropyl or rubbing alcohol Pour the mixture into the spray bottle, spritz and be gone. — NBC News, "Defrost a windshield in seconds, clean your car's underbelly, defrost locks and more.," 4 Jan. 2018 Regulators asked manufacturers to provide scientific data for three active ingredients commonly included, ethanol or ethyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol and benzalkonium chloride, but allowed the products to remain on store shelves. — Ariana Eunjung Cha, chicagotribune.com, "200 scientists call for new restrictions on antimicrobial chemicals in personal-care products," 20 June 2017 That means that good old isopropyl alcohol, and products that contain it, like hand sanitizer or Lysol, are out. — Jolie Kerr, Esquire, "Your Smartwatch Is (Probably) Gross. Here's How to Fix That.," 9 June 2017

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