geranyl

/ˈdʒɛrənɪl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of organic compound derived from geraniol, a monoterpenoid alcohol.

“The fragrance of the perfume contained geranyl esters, which gave it a floral scent.”

Synonyms

  • geraniol
  • monoterpenoid

Antonyms

  • aliphatic
  • nonterpenoid