methane

English

/ˈmiːθeɪn/, /ˈmɛθeɪn/

noun
Definitions
  • (organic compound) The simplest aliphatic hydrocarbon, CH₄, being a constituent of natural gas, and one of the most abundant greenhouse gases.
  • (organic chemistry) Any of very many derivatives of methane.

Etymology

Suffix from English methyl.

Origin

English

methyl

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