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Noun: anethole
  1. An organic compound that is widely used as a flavouring substance.
    "Anethole is an aromatic, unsaturated ether related to lignols.";
    - anise camphor

Derived forms: anetholes

Type of: ether

Part of: anise oil, aniseed oil, oil of anise

Encyclopedia: Anethole

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