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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Either of two isomeric compounds (5,6-benzoquinoline and 7,8-benzoquinoline) in which a benzene ring is fused to that of a quinoline molecule; their derivatives are used in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and dyes atc

Etymology

From benzo- + quinoline.

Related phrases

benzene ring

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