farnesene en · NOUN
Etymology
From farnesol + -ene. Ultimately, from Farnese acacia, its original plant source.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) Any of six sesquiterpenes, one of which is responsible for the green colour of apples.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| farnesenes | Number=Plur | lexicographic |