Definition

A fragrant liquid alcohol that is often used in perfumes, cosmetics, and flavorings, derived mainly from geranium and citronella oils.

Example

The soap was scented with geraniol, giving it a fresh and floral aroma.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of geraniol?

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

Exactly! It's also found in certain soaps for its nice scent.

I love how natural fragrances like that can really brighten up a product.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Geraniol is derived from 'geranium' (from Latin *geranium*, meaning crane's bill, a type of flower) and the suffix '-ol' (used in chemistry to denote alcohols). The word refers to a type of alcohol found in geraniums and other plants, known for its floral scent.

Memory Tip

Think of 'geranium', the flower that gives its name to geraniol, and remember that geraniol is an alcohol derived from this fragrant plant.

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