"methoxybenzene" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: methoxybenzenes [plural]
Etymology: From methoxy- + benzene. Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|methoxy|benzene}} methoxy- + benzene Head templates: {{en-noun}} methoxybenzene (plural methoxybenzenes)
  1. (organic chemistry) The methyl ether derived from phenol; it is used in perfumery and is an insect pheromone Wikipedia link: methoxybenzene Categories (topical): Organic compounds Synonyms: anisole

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