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Menthol: meaning, definitions and examples

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menthol

 

[ หˆmษ›nฮธษ™l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

flavoring agent

Menthol is a compound obtained from mint oils. It has a distinctive cool sensation and is widely used in various products, notably in candies, gums, and oral care items. Menthol also possesses analgesic properties, which makes it a popular ingredient in topical cremes and ointments designed to relieve pain. In the pharmaceutical industry, menthol is often included in cough drops and throat lozenges due to its soothing effects.

Synonyms

camphor, cooling agent, eucalyptus, mint

Examples of usage

  • I added menthol to my homemade lip balm.
  • Menthol cigarettes are known for their refreshing taste.
  • The topical ointment contained menthol to relieve muscle pain.

Translations

Translations of the word "menthol" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mentol

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‡เคจเฅเคฅเฅ‰เคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Menthol

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mentol

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะตะฝั‚ะพะป

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mentol

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒกใƒณใ‚ฝใƒผใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท menthol

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mentol

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mentol

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฉ˜ํ†จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ุนู†ุงุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mentol

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mentol

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่–„่ท่„‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mentol

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mentol

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะตะฝั‚ะพะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ”แƒœแƒขแƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mentol

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mentol

Etymology

The word 'menthol' originates from the Latin 'mentha', meaning 'mint'. In the 18th century, the term was broadened to specifically label the compound menthol which was isolated from peppermint oil. The chemical structure was elucidated in the 19th century, which led to the synthesis of menthol. It gained popularity in the pharmaceutical and food industries due to its unique cooling sensation and robust flavor profile. Over time, menthol has become synonymous with refreshing products, particularly in oral hygiene and confectionery, establishing its presence in global markets. The versatility of menthol continues to be explored, while its historical roots in herbal medicine highlight its longstanding relevance.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,329, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.