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Carbolic Acid.
Carbolic Acid - as a noun
A toxic white soluble crystalline acidic derivative of benzene; used in manufacturing and as a disinfectant and antiseptic; poisonous if taken internally
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hydroxybenzeneoxybenzenephenol11phenylic acidHypernyms (Closely Related)
acid7dissolvent14dissolver13dissolving agentresolvent12solvent10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Exposure to carbolic acid can cause severe burns."
"The lab technician spilled some carbolic acid on his hand."
"It is dangerous to handle carbolic acid without proper protective gear."
"The use of carbolic acid in consumer products is restricted due to its toxicity."
"The chemical company produces large quantities of carbolic acid for industrial use."
