isopropyl
noun
iso·pro·pyl
ˌī-sə-ˈprō-pəl 
often attributive
: the alkyl radical isomeric with straight-chain propyl
—often used in combination
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From skin-softening emollients, such as isopropyl palmitate and vitamin E, to soothing, hydrating panthenol and even moisturizing castor oil, the Best of Beauty Award-winning formula more than covers your healthy nail bases.
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Sarah Felbin, Allure, 30 Apr. 2026
To disinfect your kitchen sponge, use an over 60-percent isopropyl rubbing alcohol solution and be sure to use gloves to protect your hands.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 18 Feb. 2026
Finally, disinfect the tools by wiping the blades with a cloth dampened with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 10 Feb. 2026
How to make your own deicing solution To make your own de-icing tool, AAA says to mix one part isopropyl, or rubbing alcohol, and two parts water in a spray bottle.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 28 Jan. 2026
Mix one part isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol with two parts water and place a few drops of dish soap to coat the ice more evenly.
—Dale Denwalt, Oklahoman, 24 Jan. 2026
Use isopropyl or rubbing alcohol for both cleaning mirrors and removing tough spots.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 15 Nov. 2025
The ethanol or isopropyl acts as a carrier that helps the ink dry and not smear.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Aug. 2025
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Sarah Felbin, Allure, 30 Apr. 2026
To disinfect your kitchen sponge, use an over 60-percent isopropyl rubbing alcohol solution and be sure to use gloves to protect your hands.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 18 Feb. 2026
Finally, disinfect the tools by wiping the blades with a cloth dampened with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 10 Feb. 2026
How to make your own deicing solution To make your own de-icing tool, AAA says to mix one part isopropyl, or rubbing alcohol, and two parts water in a spray bottle.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 28 Jan. 2026
Mix one part isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol with two parts water and place a few drops of dish soap to coat the ice more evenly.
—Dale Denwalt, Oklahoman, 24 Jan. 2026
Use isopropyl or rubbing alcohol for both cleaning mirrors and removing tough spots.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 15 Nov. 2025
The ethanol or isopropyl acts as a carrier that helps the ink dry and not smear.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Aug. 2025
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“Isopropyl.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/isopropyl. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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isopropyl
noun
iso·pro·pyl
ˌī-sə-ˈprō-pəl
: the alkyl group isomeric with normal propyl
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