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from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun Octanol–4–1–5, C3H7COCHOHC3H7. It is an oil which can be distilled with slight decomposition under a low pressure.

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  • noun organic chemistry The compound 5-hydroxy-4-octanone, having a buttery, nutty aroma, that is used in perfumery and flavouring

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butyro- + -in

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