isoamyl acetate: Meaning and Definition of

i'soam'yl ac'etate

Pronunciation: [key]
— Chem. Chem.
  1. a colorless liquid, CHO, used in flavorings, perfumery, and as a solvent. Cf. banana oil (def. 1).
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