cellosolve noun2 •A glycol etherCellosolves are used as solvents for lacquers, for sealing cellophane wrapping, and in hydraulic-brake fluid. — 1960 •Specifically ethylene glycol monoethyl etherStart with a 50 per cent mixture of cellosolve and water; then go directly to pure cellosolve. — 1950 formsCellosolves · cellosolves