noun
- A colorless liquid alcohol found in essential oils of roses, geraniums, and other plants, used in perfumery and cosmetics.
Usage: chemistry; technical
Examples
- Nerol is a key component in rose oil and gives it its characteristic floral scent.
- Perfumers use nerol to create fresh, fruity fragrances.
- The essential oil contains nerol as one of its primary active compounds.
- Nerol is valued in the cosmetics industry for its pleasant aroma and skin-conditioning properties.