Meaning Of The Word Caprolactam

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What's The Definition Of Caprolactam?

caprolactam in American English
a white, petroleum-derived substance, C6H11NO, used as a monomer to make synthetic fibers, plastics, etc.
noun: a white, water-soluble compound, C6H11NO, used to produce a type of nylon

caprolactam in British English
noun: a white crystalline cyclic imine used in the manufacture of nylon. Formula: C5 H10NHCO

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