What is "cyclohexanol"

n. (context organic compound English) The alicyclic alcohol derived from cyclohexane by replacement of a hydrogen atom with a hydroxyl group

n. a colorless oily alcohol that smells like camphor

Cyclohexanol is the organic compound with the formula ( C H)CHOH. The molecule is related to cyclohexane ring by replacement of one hydrogen atom by a hydroxyl group. This compound exists as a deliquescent colorless solid with a camphor-like odor, which, when very pure, melts near room temperature. Billions of kilograms are produced annually, mainly as a precursor to nylon.