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Definition of xylenol

xylenol

/ˈzaɪləˌnɔːl/
xy · le · nol
Plural:xylenols
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• noun

1

Any of six isomeric chemical compounds consisting of a benzene ring substituted with one hydroxyl group and two methyl groups, typically derived from coal tar and used in the manufacture of resins, disinfectants, and solvents.

Example

"The industrial plant specialized in producing xylenol for use as a precursor in manufacturing high-performance phenolic resins."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-19th century from 'xylene' (derived from the Greek 'xylon' meaning 'wood') and the chemical suffix '-ol', denoting a hydroxyl group characteristic of alcohols and phenols.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Xylenol. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/xylenol
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