abietene
|ab-i-e-tene|
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/ˈæbiˌiːtiːn/
resin hydrocarbon
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abietene' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'abietinus,' where 'abies' meant 'fir tree.'
Historical Evolution
'abietinus' transformed into the modern English word 'abietene' through scientific nomenclature.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to substances derived from fir trees, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a diterpene hydrocarbon found in the resin of certain coniferous trees, particularly those of the genus Abies.
Abietene is often studied for its role in the chemical composition of tree resins.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/01 20:21