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polyol

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[pol-ee-awl, -ol] / ˈpɒl iˌɔl, -ˌɒl /

noun

Chemistry.

  1. an alcohol containing three or more hydroxyl groups; a polyhydric alcohol.

Etymology

Origin of polyol

poly- + -ol 1

Example Sentences

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What I didn’t focus on was a study published earlier this year in the journal Nature Medicine that raised concerns about polyol sweeteners such as erythritol.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 18, 2023

The Nature Medicine study looked at blood levels of polyol sweeteners in 1,157 people with risk factors for heart disease, including type 2 diabetes.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 18, 2023

While much work has gone into finding replacements for the polyol component of polyurethane foams, the isocyanate component has largely remained, despite its consequences for human health.

From Salon • Jan. 8, 2023

You wouldn’t think I’d be the type of person to find psychic relief in the intricacies of the urethane polyether polyol trade, but I did.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama

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