(ke-tone) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. an organic chemical compound containing the carbonyl group; CO; in combination with two hydrocarbon radicals

Example Sentence

Urine ketone testing is done to check for diabetes.

Synonyms

compound containing carbonyl; carbonyl compound; acetone

Antonyms

oxygen

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ketone
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Rhymes

  • ketone

  • aiton