resorcinol
/rɪˈzɔːrsɪnɒl/
noun
- A chemical compound used in skin treatments, dyes, and plastics.
- Some industrial glues are made with resorcinol because it is very strong and waterproof.
- Resorcinol is often used in hair dyes to help the color last longer.
- The dermatologist prescribed a cream containing resorcinol for the patient's acne.