linalool

noun

lin·​al·​o·​ol lə-ˈna-lə-ˌwȯl How to pronounce linalool (audio)
lī-,
-ˌwōl
: a fragrant liquid alcohol C10H18O that occurs both free and in the form of esters in many essential oils and is used in perfumes, soaps, and flavoring materials

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Specific terpenes in ginger, such as limonene and linalool, have been studied for their potential neuroprotective (brain-protective) qualities. Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 16 Sep. 2024 Specific compounds that positively affect sleep include flavonoids such as chrysin, aromatic compounds like linalool, bisabolol, and apigenin, and amino acids like L-theanine. Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 23 July 2024 Lavender Tea Lavender's main components that fuel its sweet aroma—linalool and linalyl acetate—may help prepare you for a good night's sleep. Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 23 July 2024 To maximize effectiveness, look for essential oils that are higher in linalool, like lavender. Sherri Gordon, Health, 9 July 2024 By working together with other compounds such as terpenes like linalool or limonene, full-spectrum CBD oil may help promote a sense of tranquility without inducing drowsiness. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 4 Sep. 2023 Some terpenes commonly found in their products include myrcene, limonene, and linalool. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 17 Aug. 2023 Look for strains that contain terpenes known for their potential anxiety-reducing effects, such as limonene, myrcene, or linalool. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 4 July 2023 Testing at more than 31% THC, the cultivar offers a nice touch of CBG and strong terpene flavors: myrcene, limonene, linalool and caryophyllene. Javier Hasse, Forbes, 3 June 2021

Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary, from Mexican Spanish lináloe, tree yielding perfume, from Medieval Latin lignum aloes, literally, wood of the aloe

First Known Use

1891, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of linalool was in 1891

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“Linalool.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/linalool. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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