oxybenzene Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun a toxic white soluble crystalline acidic derivative of benzene; used in manufacturing and as a disinfectant and antiseptic; poisonous if taken internally
hydroxybenzene; phenol; carbolic acid; phenylic acid.
WordNet
Ox`y*ben"zene noun
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(Chem.) Hydroxy benzene. Same as Phenol .