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Phenolic
//fɪˈnɒlɪk// adj, noun
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Of, relating to, or derived from a phenol. not-comparable
"“Eggplant is highly nutritious, but it can be bitter due to its phenolic compounds.”"
Noun
- 1 A phenol compound.
- 2 a thermosetting resin wordnet
- 3 Any thermosetting resin manufactured from phenols and aldehydes.
- 4 Any of a large group of pigments and flavouring agents, especially those found in grapes and wine.
Etymology
Etymology 1
From phenol + -ic.
Etymology 2
From phenol + -ic.
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