Associations to the word «Menthol»

Wiktionary

MENTHOL, noun. (chemistry) a cyclic monoterpene alcohol; the major component of the essential oil of peppermint; used in pharmaceutical preparations as an antitussive and antipruritic agent, as a nasal decongestant, and in menthol cigarettes
MENTHOL, noun. A menthol cigarette.
MENTHOL CIGARETTE, noun. A cigarette containing added menthol; the mint flavour tending to produce a cool sensation

Dictionary definition

MENTHOL, noun. A crystalline compound that has the cool and minty taste and odor that occurs naturally in peppermint oil; used as a flavoring and in medicine to relieve itching, pain, and nasal congestion.
MENTHOL, noun. A lotion containing menthol which gives it the smell of mint.

Wise words

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