chlorophenol
nounUS /ˌklɔɹəˈfinɑl/ · UK /ˌklɔːɹəˈfiːnɒl/
Etymology From chloro- + phenol.
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Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences Any of several chlorinated derivatives of phenol, some of which are used as antiseptics or disinfectants
- Derived terms
- chlorophenol red, chlorophenyl