thymol
|thy-mol|
C1
/ˈθaɪmɒl/
antiseptic derived from thyme
Etymology
Etymology Information
'thymol' originates from the Greek word 'thymon,' meaning 'thyme,' due to its derivation from thyme oil.
Historical Evolution
'thymol' was derived from the Greek word 'thymon' and was adopted into modern English as 'thymol.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a substance derived from thyme, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a white crystalline substance, C10H14O, derived from thyme oil or made synthetically, used as an antiseptic and fungicide.
Thymol is often used in mouthwashes and hand sanitizers.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/23 02:51