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wormwood oil

/ˈwɜːrmwʊd ɔɪl/

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/ˈwɜːrmwʊd ɔɪl/C1formalmedical
  • ruТемно-зеленое или коричневое эфирное масло, извлекаемое из листьев и цветущих верхушек растения полынь горькая (Artemisia absinthium), исторически использовавшееся в фитотерапии и как ключевой ингредиент абсента, но известное своими токсическими свойствами из-за соединения туйон.

A dark green or brown essential oil extracted from the leaves and flowering tops of the wormwood plant (Artemisia absinthium), historically used in herbal medicine and as a key ingredient in absinthe, but known for its toxic properties due to the compound thujone.

  1. Essential oil from wormwoodC1formal

    A concentrated liquid extracted from the leaves and flowers of the Artemisia absinthium plant, known for its strong, bitter taste and aromatic properties.

    ruЭфирное масло полыни

    • Wormwood oil is traditionally used in herbal medicine for digestive issues.
    • The production of absinthe requires a precise amount of wormwood oil.
    • Aromatherapists sometimes use diluted wormwood oil for its calming effects.