Definition of "myrcene" []

• An olefinic natural organic compound, a hydrocarbon and monoterpene, important in perfumery. (noun)

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• "The aroma of ordinary hops is characterized by the terpene myrcene, which is also found in bay leaf and verbena, and is woody and resinous."
• "Its fruits have a more resinous aroma thanks to myrcene, with less irritant cardanol."
• "The main aromatic components of the gum are two terpenes, pine-like pinene and woody myrcene."