eu·ca·lyp·tol (y  k -l p tôl, -t l, -t l) also eu·ca·lyp·tole (-tl)n. A colorless oily liquid, C10H18O, derived from eucalyptus and used in pharmaceuticals, flavoring, and perfumery. Also called cineole. |
eucalyptol [ˌjuːkəˈlɪptɒl], eucalyptole [ˌjuːkəˈlɪptəʊl]
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(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) a colourless oily liquid with a camphor-like odour and a spicy taste, obtained from eucalyptus oil and used in perfumery and as a flavouring. Formula: C10H18O Also called cineol
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