phenolic

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adjective

phe·​no·​lic fi-ˈnō-lik How to pronounce phenolic (audio) -ˈnä- How to pronounce phenolic (audio)
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a
: of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a phenol
b
: containing or derived from a phenol
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: of, relating to, or being a phenolic

phenolic

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noun

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: a usually thermosetting resin or plastic made by condensation of a phenol with an aldehyde and used especially for molding and insulating and in coatings and adhesives

called also phenolic resin

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Examples of phenolic in a Sentence

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Adjective
Source of Antioxidants Jujube contains antioxidant compounds like phenolic acids and flavonols. Johna Burdeos, Health, 30 Oct. 2024 Manages Blood Sugar Level Hawthorn contains flavonoids and phenolic compounds. Joy Emeh, Health, 16 Oct. 2024
Noun
Jujube's phenolics, flavonoids, and triterpenic saponins are among its active components.13 These can act as natural sedatives and have soothing effects on the nervous system. Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 29 Oct. 2024 These offer a slight upgrade to the classic black phenolic knob, which can only withstand temperatures of up to 390 degrees Fahrenheit. Kat Thompson, Bon Appétit, 19 Oct. 2023 See all Example Sentences for phenolic 

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

circa 1872, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Noun

1926, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of phenolic was circa 1872

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“Phenolic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/phenolic. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

phenolic

1 of 2 adjective
phe·​no·​lic
fi-ˈnō-lik, -ˈnäl-ik
: of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a phenol
also : containing or derived from a phenol

phenolic

2 of 2 noun
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