n. Either of the two isomeric forms of the simplest quinone, C6H4O2, or any of their derivatives.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. Same as quinone.
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n. any of a class of aromatic yellow compounds including several that are biologically important as coenzymes or acceptors or vitamins; used in making dyes
Word Usage
"Moreover, based on these considerations, we suggest that ligands with dihydroxyphenyl (or 1,2 benzoquinone) groups could be selected for further non-covalent binding assays."