phe·no·lic
fi-ˈnō-lik 
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1
a
: of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a phenol
b
: containing or derived from a phenol
2
: of, relating to, or being a phenolic
1
: a usually thermosetting resin or plastic made by condensation of a phenol with an aldehyde and used especially for molding and insulating and in coatings and adhesives
called also phenolic resin
2
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Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 1 Aug. 2024
When washing colored clothing and fabrics that cannot be washed with bleach, use a pine oil or phenolic laundry sanitizer, such as Pine Sol or Lysol Laundry Sanitizer, as directed.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 July 2024
Kat Thompson, Bon Appétit, 19 Oct. 2023
What is the relationships among sugar, alcohol level and phenolics?
—John Mariani, Forbes, 4 May 2023
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Adjective
Onion Juice Research suggests sulfur and phenolic compounds in topical onion juice may stimulate hair regrowth.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 1 Aug. 2024
When washing colored clothing and fabrics that cannot be washed with bleach, use a pine oil or phenolic laundry sanitizer, such as Pine Sol or Lysol Laundry Sanitizer, as directed.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 July 2024
Noun
These offer a slight upgrade to the classic black phenolic knob, which can only withstand temperatures of up to 390 degrees Fahrenheit.
—Kat Thompson, Bon Appétit, 19 Oct. 2023
What is the relationships among sugar, alcohol level and phenolics?
—John Mariani, Forbes, 4 May 2023
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“Phenolic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/phenolic. Accessed 18 Aug. 2024.
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