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naphthol

Pronunciation: /ˈnafθɒl/

Definition of naphthol

noun

[mass noun] Chemistry
  • a crystalline solid derived from naphthalene, used to make antiseptics and dyes.
    • Chemical formula: C10H7OH; two isomers, especially naphthalen-2-ol ( β-naphthol)

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Definition of naphthol in the US English dictionary