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The Clue
Disinfectant compounds (7 letter answer)
The Answer
PHENOLS
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The answer PHENOLS is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.
Definition
PHENOL as a noun:
1. any of a class of weakly acidic organic compounds; molecule contains one or more hydroxyl groups
2. (carbolic acid, phenol, hydroxybenzene, oxybenzene, phenylic acid) = a toxic white soluble crystalline acidic derivative of benzene; used in manufacturing and as a disinfectant and antiseptic; poisonous if taken internally