Definitions for linalools

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linalools lin·al·o·ol

Spelling: [li-nal-oh-awl, -ol, lin-uh-lool]

IPA: /lɪˈnæl oʊˌɔl, -ˌɒl, ˌlɪn əˈlul/

Linalools is a 9 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 8 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 12 points.

You can make 197 anagrams from letters in linalools (ailllnoos).

Definitions for linalools

noun

1. a colorless, unsaturated terpene liquid alcohol, C 10 H 18 O, having a fragrance similar to that of bergamot oil, obtained from several essential oils: used in perfumery.
2. a colorless, unsaturated terpene liquid alcohol, C 10 H 18 O, having a fragrance similar to that of bergamot oil, obtained from several essential oils: used in perfumery.

Origin of linalools

1890-95; Mexican Spanish lináloe a fragrant Mexican wood (see lignaloes) + -ol¹

Examples for linalools

Another compound of this group, linalool, is found in lavender, bergamot and many flowers.

Another compound of this group, linalool, is found in lavender, bergamot and many flowers.