Resorcinol Definition

rĭ-zôrsə-nôl, -nōl, -nŏl
noun
A colorless, crystalline compound, C6H4(OH)2, prepared synthetically or by fusing certain resins with caustic alkalies and used in making dyes, celluloid, pharmaceuticals, etc.
Webster's New World

(organic chemistry) The diphenol meta-dihydroxy benzene, used as a mild antiseptic and in many industrial applications; isomeric with catechol and hydroquinone.

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Other Word Forms of Resorcinol

Noun

Singular:
resorcinol
Plural:
resorcinols

Origin of Resorcinol

  • res(in) orc(hil) –in –ol

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Resorcinol Sentence Examples

  • In medicine, resorcin, which is official in the United States under the name of resorcinol, was formerly used as an antipyretic, but it has been given up. The dose is 2 to 8 grs.

  • They offer both henna and non-henna products that contain no ammonia or resorcinol and have a handy decision guide to help you choose the right anti-gray dye product.

  • Chemical peel kits can contain salicylic acid, resorcinol, sulfur, PPT, and/or phenol.

  • Resorcinol and sulfur, which are usually combined, keep pores clear and removes excess oil.

  • Sulfur and resorcinol are other active ingredients often used in conjunction with acne medications.

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