Coumarilic

/ˌkuːməˈrɪlɪk/ adjective

Definition

Of or relating to coumaril, a chemical compound derived from coumarin that has aromatic properties.

Etymology

Formed from coumarin plus the -ilic suffix, indicating a derivative or related chemical compound. The root traces back through French to the Tupi word cumaru, meaning the tonka bean tree.

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