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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

catechol

/kætˈtʃoʊl/ noun · British & US
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What does catechol mean?

noun

A type of organic compound found in plants and animals, and also a term used in theology to describe a method of questioning and answering.

Example

"The catechol found in the plant was used to create a new medicine."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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