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Poly- follower (5 letter answer)

The Answer

ESTER

Tags

acetate acid after alcohol aromatic artificial base benzocaine chemical combination component compound depside ethyl flavor follower fragrant fruity gum ingredient liquor organic poly prefixed smelling stearin term used varnishe word

Notes

The answer ESTER is seen frequently, appearing about once every 70 puzzles.

Related Clues

Benzocaine, for one
Depside is one
Aromatic compound
Chemical compound
A component of liquor
Ethyl acetate
Fragrant compound
Lab compound
Liquor component
Organic compound
Perfume compound
Perfume ingredient
Phosphate, e.g.
Stearin or depside
Alcohol-acid combination
Artificial flavor base
Ethyl acetate, e.g.
Fruity-smelling compound
___ gum (paint ingredient)
___ gum, used in varnishes
Word prefixed with poly-
Chemical term after poly-

Definition

ESTER as a noun:

1. formed by reaction between an acid and an alcohol with elimination of water
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