phenylic

/fɪˈnɪlɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to or derived from phenyl, a chemical group found in many organic compounds.
    • The chemist explained the phenylic structure of the molecule.
    • Phenylic compounds are often used in the production of plastics.
    • The lab tested the phenylic properties of the new solvent.
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