cymene
nounEtymology Probably from Ancient Greek κύμινον (kúminon), the root of cumin.
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Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences Any of several isomeric naturally occurring terpenoid hydrocarbons; a constituent of a number of essential oils, most commonly the oil of cumin and thyme.
- Derived terms
- cymenol, oxycymene, paracymene