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Noun: carvacrol
  1. A monoterpenoid phenol found in the essential oils of oregano, thyme, and other plants, known for its antimicrobial properties
    "Carvacrol is being studied for its potential use as a natural food preservative"

Derived forms: carvacrols

Encyclopedia: Carvacrol