noun
- Plural of linalool; organic compounds found in essential oils of plants, used in perfumes, cosmetics, and flavorings.
Usage: chemistry; technical
Examples
- Linalools are key aromatic compounds in lavender essential oil.
- The perfume industry relies on linalools extracted from flowers and herbs.
- Linalools contribute to the fresh, floral scent of many cosmetic products.
- Chemists analyze linalools to determine the quality of essential oils.
- Linalools are commonly used as natural fragrance ingredients in soaps and lotions.