First Known Use: 1872
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pentane
noun pen·tane \ˈpen-ˌtān\
Definition of PENTANE
: any of three isomeric alkanes C5H12 that occur especially in petroleum
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pentane
noun pen·tane \ˈpen-ˌtān\
Medical Definition of PENTANE
: any of three isomeric alkanes C5H12 occurring in petroleum; especially : the volatile flammable liquid straight-chain isomer that has been used to produce anesthesia
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