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The Clue
Acid/alcohol compound (5 letter answer)
The Answer
ESTER
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Notes
The answer ESTER is seen frequently, appearing about once every 70 puzzles.
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Definition
ESTER as a noun:
1. formed by reaction between an acid and an alcohol with elimination of water