phenol

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phenol Definition

• (n) any of a class of weakly acidic organic compounds; molecule contains one or more hydroxyl groups
• (n) a toxic white soluble crystalline acidic derivative of benzene; used in manufacturing and as a disinfectant and antiseptic; poisonous if taken internally

phenol Synonyms

• carbolic acid
• hydroxybenzene
• oxybenzene
• phenol
• phenylic acid