Definition

Describing something that has been treated or mixed with phenol, a type of chemical compound.

Example

The laboratory used phenolated solutions for their experiments to ensure better results.

Conversation

I heard you bought some phenolated wood for your project.

Yeah, it's supposed to be really durable and resistant to moisture.

That sounds interesting! How does it compare to regular wood?

It's definitely stronger, and it has a unique look because of the phenolated treatment.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Phenolated → It is formed from "phenol" (from Greek "phaino", meaning to show or to appear) and "-ated" (a suffix indicating a process or action). The word refers to a substance that has undergone a process involving phenol, typically in chemical reactions.

Memory Tip

Think of 'phenol' as a chemical compound that 'shows' certain properties, and '-ated' indicates that a process has occurred involving that compound.

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