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cymene

Other forms: cymenes

Definitions of cymene
  1. noun
    any of three isotopes of a colorless aromatic liquid hydrocarbon occurring in the volatile oil of cumin and thyme and used in the manufacture of synthetic resins
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    type of:
    hydrocarbon
    an organic compound containing only carbon and hydrogen
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