'Pyroxyle' definitions:

Definition of 'Pyroxyle'

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  • Pyroxyle \Py*rox"yle\, n. [Cf. F. pyroxyle. See Pyroxylic, -yl.] [1913 Webster] Pyroxylic \Pyr`ox*yl"ic\, a. [Pyro- + Gr. ? wood.] (Old Chem.) Derived from wood by distillation; -- formerly used in designating crude wood spirit. [1913 Webster]

Definition of 'pyroxyle'

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  • pyroxylin \py*rox"y*lin\, n. (Chem.) A substance resembling gun cotton in composition and properties, but distinct in that it is more highly nitrified and is soluble in alcohol, ether, etc.; -- called also pyroxyle. [1913 Webster]

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