oil of cloves

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Scope note
An essential oil obtained from the dried flower buds of clove tree (Eugenia caryophyllata or Syzygium aromaticum), containing eugenol along with carophyllin, tannin, gum, and resin. Used as an additive used to retard the drying of paint.
oil of cloves
Accepted term: 22-Apr-2024