eugenol
/ˈjuːdʒənɔl/
noun
- A natural oil found in cloves and other plants, used in dentistry and as a flavoring.
- Eugenol is the main ingredient in clove oil, which is sometimes used to soothe toothaches.
- The dentist applied a paste containing eugenol to calm the patient's sensitive gums.
- Some perfumes use eugenol to give a warm, spicy scent.