terpineol

noun

ter·​pin·​e·​ol ˌtər-ˈpi-nē-ˌȯl How to pronounce terpineol (audio)
-ˌōl
: any of three fragrant isomeric alcohols C10H17OH found in essential oils or made artificially and used especially in perfume or as solvents

Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary, from terpine (C10H18(OH)2)

First Known Use

1848, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of terpineol was in 1848

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Cite this Entry

“Terpineol.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/terpineol. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

terpineol

noun
ter·​pin·​e·​ol ˌtər-ˈpin-ē-ˌȯl How to pronounce terpineol (audio) -ˌōl How to pronounce terpineol (audio)
: any of three fragrant isomeric alcohols C10H17OH or a mixture of them found in essential oils or made artificially and used especially formerly as an antiseptic
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