Anthraquinone

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The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 4th Edition
  • n. A yellow crystalline powder, C14H8O2, that is insoluble in water and used chiefly in the manufacture of dyes.
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  • n. A tricyclic quinone, derived from anthracene.
  • n. Any derivative of this parent compound, mostly natural pigments or synthetic dyes.
    • the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
  • n. A hydrocarbon, C6H4.C2O2.C6H4, subliming in shining yellow needles. It is obtained by oxidation of anthracene.
    • The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
  • n. A product (C14H8O2) obtained from anthracene by the action of oxidizing agents. From it alizarin is prepared.
    • Word Usage
    "In addition, it is rich in the compound anthraquinone, which may reduce fat absorption in the intestines and help rhubarb function as a mild laxative."
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