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limonene

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun limonene has 1 sense
  1. limonene - a liquid terpene with a lemon odor; found in lemons and oranges and other essential oils
    --1 is a kind of
    terpene

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Limonene

Definition:

Limonene is a colorless, liquid hydrocarbon found in the peel of citrus fruits. It is commonly used as a fragrance in cosmetic and cleaning products, and also has various industrial applications.

Parts of Speech:

Noun, adjective

Senses/Usages:

Noun:

  • A chemical compound found in the peel of citrus fruits, known for its pleasant scent.

Adjective:

  • Describing products or substances containing or derived from limonene.

Examples:

Noun:

  1. The aroma of the orange was due to the presence of limonene in its peel.
  2. Scientists have discovered that limonene possesses potential health benefits.

Adjective:

  1. This all-natural cleaner is made with limonene, providing a fresh and citrusy scent.
  2. The shampoo includes limonene extract, which promotes hair growth and strengthens the roots.

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