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clove oil

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clove oil
n.
An aromatic oil obtained from the buds, stems, or leaves of the clove tree, used in flavoring and perfumery, and as a temporary anesthetic for toothaches.
clove oil
n
(Chemistry / Elements & Compounds) a volatile pale-yellow aromatic oil obtained from clove flowers, formerly much used in confectionery, dentistry, and microscopy Also called oil of cloves
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Noun1.clove oil - essential oil obtained from cloves and used to flavor medicines
oil of cloves
essential oil, volatile oil - an oil having the odor or flavor of the plant from which it comes; used in perfume and flavorings


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