limonene

/ˈlɪməˌnin/
noun
  1. A colorless liquid found in the oils of citrus fruits, used in flavorings and perfumes.
    • The chemist extracted limonene from lemon peels for the experiment.
    • Many cleaning products contain limonene because it dissolves grease and smells nice.
    • Limonene gives oranges their fresh, citrusy smell.
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