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cymene

cy·mene

uncommon

noun

1.

any of three isotopes of a colorless aromatic liquid hydrocarbon occuring in the volatile oil of cumin and thyme and used in the manufacture of synthetic resins

Origin

Probably from Ancient Greek κύμινον (kúminon), the root of cumin.

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