Meaning & use
Phenolics
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Chemical compounds containing one or more phenol groups, used in products such as resins, plastics, disinfectants, and natural plant antioxidants.
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The countertop was made from a durable phenolic resin known for resisting heat and moisture.
Red wine contains phenolics that are believed to contribute to its antioxidant properties.
A note on using this word
Phenolics appear both in industrial chemistry, as tough synthetic resins like Bakelite, and in nutrition, as natural plant compounds linked to antioxidant effects.
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