What is "propanol"

n. 1 (context organic compound English) Either of two isomeric aliphatic alcohols, C₃H₇-OH 2 # propan-1-ol or n-propanol - CH₃CH₂CH₂OH 3 # propan-2-ol or isopropanol or isopropyl alcohol - (CH₃)₂CH-OH

n. a clear colorless volatile liquid (alcohol) used as a solvent and antiseptic [syn: propyl alcohol]

There are two isomers of propanol.

• 1-Propanol, n-propanol, or propan-1-ol : CHCHCHOH, the most common meaning
• 2-Propanol, Isopropyl alcohol, isopropanol, or propan-2-ol : (CH)CHOH