phenol

(noun)

noun

1. any of a class of weakly acidic organic compounds; molecule contains one or more hydroxyl groups

Definition categories: substance

2. a toxic white soluble crystalline acidic derivative of benzene; used in manufacturing and as a disinfectant and antiseptic; poisonous if taken internally

Similar word(s): hydroxybenzene, oxybenzene

Definition categories: substance, acid, dissolvent, dissolver, resolvent, solvent