dichlorobenzene
/daɪˌklɔːroʊˈbɛnziːn/
noun
- 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.