What is "benzonitrile"

n. (context organic compound English) The aromatic nitrile C₆H₅-CN; it is used as a solvent and has many industrial applications.

Benzonitrile is the chemical compound with the formula CHCN, abbreviated PhCN. This aromatic organic compound is a colorless liquid with a sweet almond odour. It is mainly used as a precursor to the resin benzoguanamine.