cumene

 
Pronunciation: /ˈkjuːmiːn/

noun

[mass noun] Chemistry
  • a liquid hydrocarbon made catalytically from benzene, chiefly as an intermediate in phenol synthesis.
    • Alternative name: isopropyl benzene; chemical formula: C6H5CH(CH3)2

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Latin cuminum 'cumin' + -ene