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pyrrole

Pronunciation: /ˈpɪrəʊl/
Definition of pyrrole

noun

[mass noun] Chemistry
  • a weakly basic sweet-smelling liquid compound present in coal tar.
    • A heteroaromatic compound; chemical formula: C4H4NH

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Greek purrhos 'reddish' + Latin oleum 'oil'

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