essential oil

noun

Meaning

A concentrated, volatile liquid extracted from plants that captures their characteristic scent or flavor.

Examples

Many people use peppermint essential oil to help soothe tension headaches.
The manufacturer claims that their essential oils are 100% pure and organic.

Synonyms: extract, essence, volatile oil

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essential oil

noun

Pronunciation: ɪˈsɛnʃəl ɔɪl

Definition

A concentrated, volatile liquid extracted from plants that captures their characteristic scent or flavor.

Examples

Many people use peppermint essential oil to help soothe tension headaches.
The manufacturer claims that their essential oils are 100% pure and organic.

Synonyms of essential oil

Words with a similar meaning to essential oil:

extract
essence
volatile oil

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