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menthol
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/mẽ.ˈtɔɫ/men·tol
Definition
1A crystalline substance with a minty taste and odor, obtained from peppermint oil or made synthetically, used as a flavoring and in decongestants.
Usage examples
“This cough drop contains menthol.”
“The menthol in the balm provides a cooling sensation.”
Common combinations
menthol cough dropsmenthol flavormenthol cigarettesmentholated cream