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Definition of Borneol

1. n. A rare variety of camphor, C₁₀H₁₇.OH, resembling ordinary camphor, from which it can be produced by reduction. It is said to occur in the camphor tree of Borneo and Sumatra (Dryobalanops camphora), but the natural borneol is rarely found in European or American commerce, being in great request by the Chinese. Called also Borneo camphor, Malay camphor, and camphol.

Definition of Borneol

1. an alcohol [n -S] - See also: alcohol

Medical Definition of Borneol

1. A rare variety of camphor, C10H17.OH, resembling ordinary camphor, from which it can be produced by reduction. It is said to occur in the camphor tree of Borneo and Sumatra (Dryobalanops camphora), but the natural borneol is rarely found in European or American commerce, being in great request by the Chinese. Synonym: Borneo camphor, Malay camphor, and camphol. Origin: Borneo + -ol. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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