ethylphenol

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noun
Definitions
  • (organic compound) Any of three isomeric ethyl derivatives of phenol, but especially 4-ethylphenol, which is responsible for a musty smell in some wines.

Etymology

Compound from English ethyl (affix) + English phenol.

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phenol

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