furfural |
||
| 1. | [ noun ] (chemistry) a liquid aldehyde with a penetrating odor; made from plant hulls and corn cobs; used in making furan and as a solvent | |
| Synonyms: | furfuraldehyde | |
| Related terms: | plant_product aldehyde | |
| Similar spelling: |
furfuran Furfaro |
|
