dichlorobenzene

/daɪˌklɔːroʊˈbɛnziːn/
noun
  1. A chemical compound made from benzene with two chlorine atoms, used in pesticides, deodorizers, and mothballs.
    • Some air fresheners contain dichlorobenzene to neutralize odors.
    • The factory released a small amount of dichlorobenzene into the air.
    • Dichlorobenzene is often found in products that control moths and other pests.
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