thymol
Herb-derived phenol
Thymol is a crystalline compound extracted from thyme oil and other plants, used as an antiseptic and preservative.
It gives thyme much of its distinctive aroma.
Thymol appears in mouthwashes, cough drops, and some pesticides: The mouthwash contains thymol as its active ingredient.
Aromatic hydroxyl compound
- isomerSame formula, different shape
- crystallineClear, ordered, brilliant
- derivativeFunction's rate of change
- synthesisCombining parts into whole
compound · molecule · reagent · solvent · extraction · distillate · isolate · isopropyl
Pleasing olfactory quality
- scentAirborne odor detected
- pungentSharply strong-smelling
- herbalRelating to medicinal plants
- phenolicOf hydroxybenzene compounds
essence · volatile · terpene · oregano · savory · marjoram · distillation · extract
Agent destroying surface pathogens
- germicideAgent that kills microbes
- bactericideSubstance killing harmful microbes
- sanitizerAgent that reduces microbes
- sterilizerEquipment that eliminates pathogens
antimicrobial · antibacterial · antifungal · decontaminate · purify · asepsis · sterility · disinfection
Promoting healing or wellness
- pharmacologyStudy of drug actions
- expectorantMedication promoting mucus discharge
- antitussiveMedication reducing cough reflex
- analgesicPain-relieving medication
anti-inflammatory · decongestant · remedy · tincture · infusion · balm · liniment · ointment
Cooling agent from plants
- coolingLosing thermal energy
- freshnessState of being unspoiled
- peppermintAromatic mint hybrid
- spearmintMild-flavored mint species
wintergreen · toothpaste · lozenge · mint · refreshing · sharp · piquant · biting
phenol
Aromatic hydroxyl compound
- isomerSame formula, different shape
- crystallineClear, ordered, brilliant
- derivativeFunction's rate of change
synthesis · compound · molecule · reagent · solvent · extraction · distillate · isolate · isopropyl · methyl
fragrance
Pleasing olfactory quality
phenolic · essence · volatile · terpene · oregano · savory · marjoram · distillation · extract · aroma
disinfectant
Agent destroying surface pathogens
- germicideAgent that kills microbes
- bactericideSubstance killing harmful microbes
- sanitizerAgent that reduces microbes
sterilizer · antimicrobial · antibacterial · antifungal · decontaminate · purify · asepsis · sterility · disinfection · hygiene
therapeutic
Promoting healing or wellness
- pharmacologyStudy of drug actions
- expectorantMedication promoting mucus discharge
- antitussiveMedication reducing cough reflex
analgesic · anti-inflammatory · decongestant · remedy · tincture · infusion · balm · liniment · ointment · salve
menthol
Cooling agent from plants
- coolingLosing thermal energy
- freshnessState of being unspoiled
- peppermintAromatic mint hybrid
spearmint · wintergreen · toothpaste · lozenge · mint · refreshing · sharp · piquant · biting · dental
- dried thymePreserved aromatic cooking leaves
- wild thymeLow-growing aromatic mint relative
- lemon thymeCitrus-scented herb variety
- thymic selectionT-cell maturation filtering process
- thyme oilAromatic essence from Mediterranean herb