styrene Meaning & Definition
/ˈstaɪriːn/
What Does Styrene Mean?
Styrene is used as a noun meaning An aromatic hydrocarbon; a colourless, oily liquid, used in the manufacture of polymers such as polystyrene.
Quick Facts About Styrene
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈstaɪriːn/ |
| Synonyms | cinnamene, vinylbenzene and phenylethylene |
| Plural | styrenes |
Styrene Definition (Noun)
- An aromatic hydrocarbon; a colourless, oily liquid, used in the manufacture of polymers such as polystyrene.
Synonyms of Styrene
Styrene synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
styrene (plural styrenes)
Words That Rhyme With Styrene
Origin of Styrene
From Latin styrax (or storax) + -ene.
Questions People Ask About Styrene
What part of speech is styrene?
Styrene is a noun.
What is another word for styrene?
You can replace styrene with words such as cinnamene, vinylbenzene and phenylethylene. See the full list of styrene synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of styrene?
The plural of styrene is styrenes.