limonene

noun

lim·​o·​nene ˈli-mə-ˌnēn How to pronounce limonene (audio)
: a widely distributed terpene hydrocarbon C10H16 that occurs in essential oils (as of oranges or lemons) and has a lemon odor

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For example, younger consumers who might be using cannabis for stress relief or energy could turn to strains rich in limonene or pinene. Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 18 Dec. 2024 Consider Terpenes: Look for cannabis products containing terpenes like limonene, pinene, and beta-caryophyllene, which have stress-relieving properties Timing is Key: Plan your microdose schedule around holiday events or stressful situations to maximize its effectiveness. Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 16 Dec. 2024 With the new limited-edition product, the terpenes used to obtain the essence of a freshly baked churro, according to Mora, were myrcene, limonene and beta-caryophyllene. Paula Soria, The Arizona Republic, 20 Sep. 2024 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 See all Example Sentences for limonene 

Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary, from French limon lemon, from Middle French

First Known Use

1845, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of limonene was in 1845

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“Limonene.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/limonene. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

Medical Definition

limonene

noun
lim·​o·​nene ˈlim-ə-ˌnēn How to pronounce limonene (audio)
: a liquid terpene hydrocarbon C10H16 that has an odor like a lemon, exists in dextrorotatory, levorotatory, and racemic forms, and occurs in many essential oils compare dipentene

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