citral

/ˈsɪtrəl/

Definitions

1. noun

A fragrant oil, especially geranial and neral, found in the oil of lemongrass, lemon, orange, and other plants.

“The perfume contained citral, which gave it a citrusy aroma.”

Synonyms

  • geranial
  • limonene
  • neral

Antonyms

  • fragrance-free
  • odorless