Definition of phenol
English to English noun - any of a class of weakly acidic organic compounds; molecule contains one or more hydroxyl groups
source: WordNet 3.0 - a toxic white soluble crystalline acidic derivative of benzene; used in manufacturing and as a disinfectant and antiseptic; poisonous if taken internally
source: WordNet 3.0 - A white or pinkish crystalline substance, C6H5OH, produced by the destructive distillation of many organic bodies, as wood, coal, etc., and obtained from the heavy oil from coal tar.
source: Webster 1913
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