Meaning & use
Camphoraceous
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Having a sharp, penetrating smell or taste similar to camphor.
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The essential oil had a strong camphoraceous scent that cleared her sinuses instantly.
Eucalyptus leaves give off a camphoraceous aroma when crushed.
A note on using this word
Used mainly in chemistry, perfumery, and botany to describe a distinctive medicinal odor category.
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camphor-like
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