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Vocabulary Entry
phenolic
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to or derived from phenol; containing a phenolic compound.
Example Sentences
"The phenolic foam provided excellent insulation for the building."
"She used a phenolic resin to create a durable finish on the wooden furniture."
"Phenolic compounds can be found in many natural substances, including plants."
N
noun
A synthetic resin made from phenol and formaldehyde, or any of a group of compounds containing a hydroxyl group attached to an aromatic hydrocarbon.
Example Sentences
"The laboratory synthesized a new phenolic for use in high-temperature applications."
"Many plastics are derived from phenolics for their strength and durability."
"Phenolics are important in the chemical industry for producing various materials."