carvacrol

/kɑrvəˈkrɔl/

Definitions

1. noun

A naturally occurring oil extracted from the herb oregano, used as an antiseptic and in aromatherapy.

“The study focused on the antimicrobial properties of carvacrol in treating wound infections.”

2. noun

A monoterpene phenol, a compound found in oregano oil.

“Researchers isolated carvacrol from the essential oil of Origanum vulgare.”

Synonyms

  • monoterpene phenol
  • oregano oil

Antonyms

  • harmful substance
  • toxin