OCTYLENE

Oc"tyl*ene, n. Etym: [Octane + ethylene.] (Chem.)

Definition: Any one of a series of metameric hydrocarbons (C8H16) of the ethylene series. In general they are combustible, colorless liquids.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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