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

2. (noun) carbolic acid, phenol, hydroxybenzene, oxybenzene, phenylic acid
a toxic white soluble crystalline acidic derivative of benzene; used in manufacturing and as a disinfectant and antiseptic; poisonous if taken internally

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