: a powdered phenolic bacteria-inhibiting agent C13H6Cl6O2
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the WebHurtado recommends staying away from ingredients such as parabens, sulfates, silicone, isopropyl alcohol, phthalates, and hexachlorophene. Casey Clark, SELF, 6 June 2022
Word History
Etymology
hexa- + chlor- + phenol
First Known Use
1948, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
hexachlorophene
noun
hexa·chlo·ro·phene -ˈklōr-ə-ˌfēn, -ˈklȯr-
: a powdered phenolic bacteria-inhibiting agent C13Cl6H6O2