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thymol a white crystalline substance with an aromatic odour, obtained from the oil of thyme and used as a fungicide, antiseptic, and anthelmintic and in perfumery and embalming; 2-isopropylphenol. Formula: (CH3)2CHC6H3(CH3)OH thymol [thī‚mȯl] (organic chemistry) C10H14O A naturally occurring crystalline phenol obtained from thyme or thyme oil, melting at 515°C; used to kill parasites in herbaria, to preserve anatomical specimens, and in medicine as a topical antifungal agent. Also known as thyme camphor. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Thyme contains an essential oil that is rich in thymol, a powerful antiseptic, antibacterial, and a strong antioxidant. As you're cooking, breathe in deep because the thymol, carvacrol, and flavonoids found in thyme help break up congestion, soothe coughs, relieve bronchial spasms, and facilitate respiration. 22 ml Rubefacient with analgesic properties; counterirritant Thymol 0. |
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