n. (Chem.) A polymeric modification of terpene, obtained as a white crystalline camphorlike substance; -- called also
[ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ See Turpentine. ] (Chem.) Any one of a series of isomeric hydrocarbons of pleasant aromatic odor, occurring especially in coniferous plants and represented by oil of turpentine, but including also certain hydrocarbons found in some essential oils. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ See Turpentine. ] (Chem.) Any one of a series of isomeric hydrocarbons of pleasant aromatic odor, occurring especially in coniferous plants and represented by oil of turpentine, but including also certain hydrocarbons found in some essential oils. [ 1913 Webster ]