phenolic
/ (fɪˈnɒlɪk) /
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adjective
of, containing, or derived from phenol
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phenolic
[ fĭ-nō′lĭk, -nŏl′ĭk ]
adj.
Of, relating to, containing, or derived from phenol.
n.
Any of various synthetic thermosetting resins, obtained by the reaction of phenols with simple aldehydes and used as adhesives.
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