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  VOC

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  volatile organic compound: one of a number of chemicals, including benzene and acetone, that evaporate or vaporize readily and are harmful to human health and the environment

voc.

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abbreviation

1. vocative.

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VOC ¹ British  

abbreviation

1. volatile organic compound: one of a number of chemicals, including benzene and acetone, that evaporate or vaporize readily and are harmful to human health and the environment

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voc. ² British  

abbreviation

1. vocative

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Example Sentences

Experts largely praised LAUSD’s efforts as thorough and comprehensive — with the exception of the VOC air testing.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 23, 2026

The team notes that there are differing definitions of what constitutes a VOC, some of which are stricter than others, including the World Health Organization's definition used in this research.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2024

Different strains of bacteria produce a different VOC fingerprint, which in turn creates a different electric signal in the Sensifi machine.

From BBC • Nov. 22, 2023

“From invisible allergens and VOC gasses to humidity levels that are out of balance and a lack of fresh air, our homes have the potential to negatively impact our health and how we feel.”

From Seattle Times • Jul. 6, 2023

Emissions from industrial facilities and electric utilities, motor vehicle exhaust, gasoline vapors, and chemical solvents are some of the major sources of NOx and VOC.

From Textbooks • Sep. 6, 2018