Cresol
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈkɹiːsɒl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cresol is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) Any of the three isomeric phenols derived from toluene: ortho-, meta- or para-methylphenol.
Meaning
(organic chemistry) Any of the three isomeric phenols derived from toluene: ortho-, meta- or para-methylphenol.
Word Forms
- cresols
Synonyms for cresol
Depending on context, synonyms include hydroxytoluene.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ortho, dinitro, kresol, cresyl, thiocresol, creosol.
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