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Noun: anhydride  an'hI,drId
  1. A compound formed from one or more other compounds in a reaction resulting in removal of water
    "Acetic anhydride is used in the production of cellulose acetate"

Derived forms: anhydrides

Type of: chemical compound, compound

Encyclopedia: Anhydride