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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Any of several isomeric naturally occurring terpenoid hydrocarbons; a constituent of a number of essential oils, most commonly the oil of cumin and thyme. countable, uncountable
2. 2
   any of three isotopes of a colorless aromatic liquid hydrocarbon occurring in the volatile oil of cumin and thyme and used in the manufacture of synthetic resins wordnet

Etymology

Probably from Ancient Greek κύμινον (kúminon), the root of cumin.

Related phrases

essential oil

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