borneol; camphor (organic compound, medicine)
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesnoun
borneol; camphor (organic compound)
technicalA terpenoid compound. The natural form is extracted from the Dryobalanops aromatica tree, but it is now mostly produced synthetically.
Borneol is a natural spice with a cool, refreshing scent.
Chemical labs can synthesize borneol artificially.
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A small amount of borneol is added to this soap.
noun
borneol (used in traditional Chinese medicine); 'Bing Pian'
technicalIn Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), 'Long Nao' (龙脑) is processed into 'Bing Pian' (冰片). It is considered pungent, bitter, and cool, and is used to clear heat, relieve pain, and promote resuscitation.
This traditional Chinese medicine formula contains borneol.
'Bing Pian' is the name for borneol used in medicine, often employed to treat sore throat and swelling.
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The doctor added borneol to the ointment to enhance its cooling and analgesic effect.