phenolic
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phe·no·lic
(fĭ-nō′lĭk, -nŏl′ĭk)adj.
Of, relating to, containing, or derived from phenol.
n.
Any of various synthetic thermosetting resins, obtained by the reaction of phenols with simple aldehydes and used to make molded products and as coatings and adhesives. Also called phenolic resin.
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phenolic
(fɪˈnɒlɪk)adj
(Elements & Compounds) of, containing, or derived from phenol
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Noun | 1. | phenolic - a thermosetting resin synthetic resin - a resin having a polymeric structure; especially a resin in the raw state; used chiefly in plastics |
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