Phenol (Noun)
Meaning 1
Any of a class of weakly acidic organic compounds; molecule contains one or more hydroxyl groups.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Hyponyms
Meaning 2
A toxic white soluble crystalline acidic derivative of benzene; used in manufacturing and as a disinfectant and antiseptic; poisonous if taken internally.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.