Essential Oil (Noun)
Meaning
An oil having the odor or flavor of the plant from which it comes; used in perfume and flavorings.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Lavender essential oil is commonly used in aromatherapy for its calming properties and soothing scent.
- She added a few drops of lemon essential oil to her tea for its citrus flavor and potential health benefits.
- The fragrance of the rose essential oil was captured in the perfume through a process of steam distillation.
- Inhaling the vapor of eucalyptus essential oil is often recommended as a natural remedy for colds and congestion.
- To give her homemade baked goods a unique flavor, she began experimenting with peppermint essential oil.