Thymol \Thym"ol\, n. [Thyme + -ol.] (Chem.)
A phenol derivative of cymene, {C10H13.OH}, isomeric with
carvacrol, found in oil of thyme, and extracted as a white
crystalline substance of a pleasant aromatic odor and strong
antiseptic properties; -- called also {hydroxy cymene}.
Carvacrol \Car"va*crol\, n. (Chem.)
A thick oily liquid, {C10H13.OH}, of a strong taste and
disagreeable odor, obtained from oil of caraway ({Carum
carui}).