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thymol Definition

thy·mol (t̸hī′môl′, -mōl′)

noun

a colorless, crystalline phenol, CHO, extracted from the volatile oil of thyme or made synthetically: used as an antiseptic, esp. in mouthwashes and nose and throat sprays, and in perfumery, embalming, microscopy, etc.

Etymology: thym(e) + -ol

thymol Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • contain: Halothane contains thymol as a stabilizing agent and is stored in dark bottles as it is decomposed by ultraviolet light.

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