English noun: acetum | |||
1. | acetum (substance) a dilute solution of acetic acid that is used as a solvent (e.g. for a drug) | ||
Broader (hypernym) | acetic acid, ethanoic acid | ||
2. | acetum (food) sour-tasting liquid produced usually by oxidation of the alcohol in wine or cider and used as a condiment or food preservative | ||
Synonyms | vinegar | ||
Broader (hypernym) | condiment | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | chili vinegar, cider vinegar, wine vinegar | ||