Definition of "aromatics" []

• Plural form of aromatic. (noun)

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• "The term aromatics refers to benzene, toluene, and xylene, which are used in the plastics, solvents, polyester and synthetic-rubber sectors."
• "I took extra aromatics from the prep work for the main dish (i.e., onion, garlic, ginger, sweet bell pepper), fried them in a little oil, added one can of coconut milk (I used light for this) and 1 can of drained and rinsed kidney beans, brought it to a boil, added 2 cups of rinsed long grain rice and then added water to cover by 3/4 inch (maybe 1 cup about)."
• "Agreed in advance: real stock, made from real chickens and aromatics, is superior to powdered bases and concentrates."