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| 2 | 37% | 9 | To treat or impregnate with carbolic acid | |
| 3 | 37% | 10 | Treated with carbolic acid | |
Carbolic Acid Source Crossword Clue
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PHENOL which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
PHENOL
Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "PHENOL" which means:
- noun
- • Any of a class of weakly acidic organic compounds; molecule contains one or more hydroxyl groups
- • A toxic white soluble crystalline acidic derivative of benzene; used in manufacturing and as a disinfectant and antiseptic; poisonous if taken internally
An example sentence would be:
- • "I accidentally spilled phenol on my skin and it caused a burning sensation."
- • "The odor of phenol is quite distinctive and strong."
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| New York Times09 Aug 1981 | Down 10 | |
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