MENTHENE

Noun

menthene (plural menthenes)

(organic compound) Any of a number of isomeric cyclic monoterpene hydrocarbons having a single double bond

Source: Wiktionary


Men"thene, n. Etym: [Menthol + terpene.] (Chem.)

Definition: A colorless liquid hydrocarbon resembling oil of turpentine, obtained by dehydrating menthol. It has an agreeable odor and a cooling taste.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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COVERT

(adjective) secret or hidden; not openly practiced or engaged in or shown or avowed; “covert actions by the CIA”; “covert funding for the rebels”


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