Associations to the word «Resorcinol»

Wiktionary

RESORCINOL, noun. (organic compound) The diphenol meta-dihydroxy benzene, used as a mild antiseptic and in many industrial applications; isomeric with catechol and hydroquinone.

Dictionary definition

RESORCINOL, noun. A crystalline phenol obtained from various resins; used in ointments for acne and in dandruff shampoos.

Wise words

We should have a great fewer disputes in the world if words were taken for what they are, the signs of our ideas only, and not for things themselves.
John Locke