English Explanatory Dictionary

essential oil

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A volatile oil, used to make perfumes and flavorings, especially one having the characteristic odor of the plant from which it is obtained.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-essential oil.wav

Word forms

essential oil essential oils

Etymology

Containing the essence of the plant's fragrance.

Related words

fixed oil
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