Definition

A type of organic compound that is a crystalline alcohol, found in essential oils and often used in perfumes.

Example

The fragrance of the perfume was enhanced by the addition of borneol.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of borneol?

Yeah, I think it's used in some essential oils, right?

Exactly! It's interesting how it can also be oxidized to make camphor.

That is cool! I love how nature has so many secrets like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Borneol** → The word 'borneol' comes from the Malay word 'buru' (meaning to hunt) and 'neol' (meaning to carry). It refers to a type of camphor derived from the wood of the borneol tree, which was historically hunted for its valuable resin. The term reflects the process of carrying or obtaining this substance from the tree.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hunting' for something valuable ('buru') and 'carrying' it ('neol') — that's how borneol is obtained from the borneol tree.

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