Associations to the word «Camphor»

Wiktionary

CAMPHOR, noun. (organic compound) A white transparent waxy crystalline isoprenoid ketone, with a strong pungent odour, used in pharmacy.

Dictionary definition

CAMPHOR, noun. A resin obtained from the camphor tree; used in making celluloid and liniment.

Wise words

We should have a great fewer disputes in the world if words were taken for what they are, the signs of our ideas only, and not for things themselves.
John Locke