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A colorless fragrant liquid found in many essential oils
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linalool
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Linalool ( or ) is a naturally occurring terpene alcohol chemical found in many flowers and spice plants with many commercial applications, the majority of which are based on its pleasant scent (floral, with a touch of spiciness). It has other names such ...
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n. (context chemistry English) A monoterpene alcohol found in many essential oils.
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n. a colorless fragrant liquid found in many essential oils
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The chief constituents of the oil are linalool and its acetic ester, linalyl acetate, which is also the characteristic ingredient of oil of bergamot and is present in English oil of Lavender to the extent of 7 to 10 per cent.