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

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