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phenolic

British  
/ fɪˈnɒlɪk /

adjective

  1. of, containing, or derived from phenol

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The ultrasound-assisted process also boosted the honey's levels of phenolic compounds, known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

From Science Daily

"For instance, we were able to show that intestinal bacteria produce phenolic compounds by breaking down the oats," says Klümpen.

From Science Daily

Spruce bark contains high levels of phenolic compounds that help protect trees from harmful fungi.

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To make the resulting flour safe and digestible for humans, the outer husks and certain phenolic compounds must first be removed.

From Science Daily

He said failures of cut-outs were being reported on a daily basis, with about 90% of the most serious failures being made of black plastic phenolic.

From BBC