diphenol

/dɪˈfiːnoʊl/

Definitions

1. noun

A compound that contains two phenolic hydroxyl groups; especially, a compound that has two phenolic groups attached to a single carbon atom.

“The diphenol in the chemical compound was crucial for its reactivity.”

2. chemistry

A type of compound that has two phenol groups.

“Diphenols are widely used in various chemical reactions.”

Synonyms

  • dihydroxybenzene

Antonyms

  • nonhydroxybenzene
  • nonphenol