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Essential oil

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essential oil
n.
A volatile oil, usually having the characteristic odor or flavor of the plant from which it is obtained, used to make perfumes and flavorings.
Essential oil
A volatile oil extracted from the leaves, fruit, flowers, roots, or other components of a plant and used in aromatherapy, perfumes, and foods and beverages.
Mentioned in: Aromatherapy
essential oil,
n See oil, essential.
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These aromas and flavors are the result of subtle differences in the terpenoid composition of the essential oil they contain.
Timeless thyme: it's been used for various purposes throughout the ... by Craig, Winston J. / Vibrant Life
The Genie Bottle pendant is made of sterling silver with a hinged top to insert a porous wick scented with essential oil into the lacework chamber.
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Preliminary studies by French physicians Franchomme and Penoel, showing that various essential oils and essential oil components (terpene alcohols) act directly on gamma-globulin levels, add support to this theory.
Aromatherapy for immunity by Power, Joie / New Life Journal
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