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Definition of Clove oil
1. Noun. Essential oil obtained from cloves and used to flavor medicines.
Medical Definition of Clove oil
1. Volatile oil obtained by steam distillation of the dried flower buds of Eugenia caryophyllata (family Myrtacea). Contains about 85% eugenol along with other constituents. Used in dentistry as a local anaesthetic and component of temporary fillings of the teeth. Also used to flavor foods; strong, pungent odour. Synonym: clove oil. (05 Mar 2000)
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