maltol
nounEtymology From malt + -ol.
1
Chemistry, Natural sciences, Physical sciences a substituted pyranone found in the bark and needles of some conifers and in roasted malt
- Synonyms
- E636 when used as a flavour enhancer
- Derived terms
- maltolate
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