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n any of a class of weakly acidic organic compounds; molecule contains one or more hydroxyl groups n a toxic white soluble crystalline acidic derivative of benzene; used in manufacturing and as a disinfectant and antisep…

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  1. n any of a class of class="def-link" href="https://vividlex.com/word/weakly">weakly acidic organic compounds; molecule contains one or more hydroxyl groups n a toxic white soluble crystalline acidic derivative of benzene; used in manufacturing and as a disinfectant and antiseptic; poisonous if taken internally