benzophenone

noun

ben·​zo·​phe·​none ˌben-zō-fi-ˈnōn How to pronounce benzophenone (audio)
-ˈfē-ˌnōn
: a colorless crystalline ketone C13H10O used especially as a perfume fixative and in sunscreens
also : a derivative of benzophenone

Examples of benzophenone in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Common allergens include ingredients such as fragrance, benzophenone-UV filters (used in many makeup products that contain sunscreen), and preservatives like lanolin, Dr. Elliott says. Jessica Toscano, SELF, 1 Mar. 2019 And some studies have even shown that benzophenones (like the common sunscreen chemical oxybenzone) may possibly lead to fertility issues and cancer. Ning Chao, Marie Claire, 17 May 2017

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Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary benz- + phen- + -one

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of benzophenone was in 1850

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“Benzophenone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/benzophenone. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

benzophenone

noun
ben·​zo·​phe·​none ˌben-zō-fi-ˈnōn How to pronounce benzophenone (audio) -ˈfē-ˌnōn How to pronounce benzophenone (audio)
: a colorless crystalline ketone C13H10O used chiefly in perfumery and sunscreens
also : a derivative of benzophenone

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