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PHENOL

(noun)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Phenol.

Phenol - as a noun

Any of a class of weakly acidic organic compounds; molecule contains one or more hydroxyl groups

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
organic compound
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
carbolic acidhydroxybenzeneoxybenzenephenylic acid
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
acid7dissolvent14dissolver13dissolving agentresolvent12solvent10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"I accidentally spilled phenol on my skin and it caused a burning sensation."
"The odor of phenol is quite distinctive and strong."
"Exposure to high levels of phenol can be toxic to humans."
"Scientists are conducting research on the potential uses of phenol in cancer treatments."
"The production of phenol involves a complex chemical process."
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Word Game Points

Is PHENOL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, phenol is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PHENOL has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is PHENOL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, phenol is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PHENOL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is PHENOL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, phenol is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PHENOL has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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