ketone

Definition / meaning of ketone

A type of chemical substance used in perfumes, paints, solvents, and found in essential oils (scented liquid taken from plants). Ketones are also made by the body when there is not enough insulin.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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