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Noun: acetum  u'see-tum
  1. A dilute solution of acetic acid that is used as a solvent (e.g. for a drug)
  2. Sour-tasting liquid produced usually by oxidation of the alcohol in wine or cider and used as a condiment or food preservative
    - vinegar

Type of: acetic acid, condiment, ethanoic acid