nerol

noun ne·rol \ˈner-ˌȯl, ˈnir-\

Definition of NEROL

: a liquid alcohol C₁₀H₁₈O that has a rose scent and is used in perfumery

International Scientific Vocabulary ner- (from neroli oil) + ¹-ol

First Known Use: 1869

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