hydroxybenzene
hyd·ro·xy·benzene
noun
1.
a toxic white soluble crystalline acidic derivative of benzene; used in manufacturing and as a disinfectant and antiseptic; poisonous if taken internally
Origin
From hydroxy- + benzene.
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