# triphenylphosphate

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. The organic compound with chemical formula OP(OC₆H₅)₃, the triester of phosphoric acid and phenol, used as a plasticizer and fire retardant.

## Etymology
From triphenyl + phosphate.

## Source
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