Meaning 1technical · 82%
A liquid that dissolves another substance to form a solution.
Natural examples
Wasser ist ein häufiges Lösungsmittel im Labor.
Water is a common solvent in the laboratory.
Die Chemikerin wählte ein Lösungsmittel passend zum untersuchten Stoff aus.
The chemist chose a solvent suited to the substance being tested.
Das Mittel löst den Klebstoff, ohne das Glas anzugreifen.
The solvent removes the glue without damaging the glass.
Usage note
Neuter noun, plural Lösungsmittel. Many solvents are flammable or harmful and require safe handling.
Mini-lesson: Lösungsmittel
A liquid that dissolves another substance to form a solution. Neuter noun, plural Lösungsmittel. Many solvents are flammable or harmful and require safe handling.
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