resorcin

noun

resorcin

noun

Etymology Blend of resin + orcin, so called because in its higher homologue it resembles orcin.

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Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences Usually Synonym of resorcinol.

Derived terms
acrisorcin, resorantel, resorcinism

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