What is another word for methyl alcohol?
Pronunciation: [mˈiːθa͡ɪl ˈalkəhˌɒl] (IPA) 
Methyl alcohol is also known as methanol or wood alcohol. Methanol is a simple alcohol that is colorless and highly flammable. Additionally, it is a clear liquid with an odor resembling ethanol. Methanol is often used as an antifreeze, solvent, and fuel. Some of the other synonyms for methyl alcohol are methyl hydrate, wood naphtha, and wood spirit. Alternative names for methyl alcohol include hydroxymethane, methyl hydroxide, carbinol, and wood alcohol. Methyl alcohol is an important chemical that is used in a wide range of industrial applications, including the production of formaldehyde, resins, and several other chemical products.
