Definitions

1. noun

A rare or obsolete name for salicylic acid, a compound used in the production of aspirin.

“The researcher studied the properties of aspidinol in its role as a precursor to aspirin production.”

2. noun

In organic chemistry, a rare or obsolete name for 2-hydroxybenzoic acid.

“The chemist discussed the historical use of aspidinol in the synthesis of certain compounds.”