benzofuran

[ ben-zoh-fyoor-an, -fyuh-ran ]

nounChemistry.

Origin of benzofuran

1
First recorded in 1945–50; benzo- + furan

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British Dictionary definitions for benzofuran

benzofuran

/ (ˌbɛnzəʊˈfjʊəræn) /


noun
  1. a colourless insoluble aromatic liquid obtained from coal tar and used in the manufacture of synthetic resins. Formula: C 8 H 6 O: Also called: coumarone, cumarone

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Scientific definitions for benzofuran

benzofuran

[ bĕn′zō-fyurăn′ ]


  1. A colorless, sweet-smelling, oily liquid found in coal tar and used to make thermoplastic resins for paints and varnishes. Chemical formula: C8H6O.

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