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phenolic

British  
/ fɪˈnɒlɪk /

adjective

  1. of, containing, or derived from phenol

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To make the resulting flour safe and digestible for humans, the outer husks and certain phenolic compounds must first be removed.

From Science Daily

However, an older version made from a black plastic material called phenolic were installed in homes across the UK between the late 1960s and the early 1990s.

From BBC

Tannin is a type of phenolic compound – it's found in all plants and usually plays a role in preventing disease, resisting predation or encouraging seed dispersal by animals.

From Salon

Many seaweeds contain phenolic and flavonoid compounds, which are important antioxidants, as well as omega-3 fatty acids, amino acids, fibre, vitamins A, C and E – and minerals such as copper, zinc and iodine.

From Salon

First, it’s essentially fruit juice — the olive “fruit” is mechanically crushed to extract the “juice” — and second, it’s rich in health-promoting phenolic compounds, antioxidants and monounsaturated fats.

From Seattle Times