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Noun: cymene  'sI,meen
  1. Any of three isotopes of a colourless aromatic liquid hydrocarbon occurring in the volatile oil of cumin and thyme and used in the manufacture of synthetic resins
    "Cymene is sometimes used as a flavouring agent in the food industry"

Derived forms: cymenes

Type of: hydrocarbon

Encyclopedia: Cymene