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Vocabulary Entry
camphor
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A white, crystalline substance with a strong aromatic odor, often used in medicine and as a moth repellent.
Example Sentences
"The aroma of camphor filled the room."
"She used camphor to soothe her aches and pains."
"Camphor is commonly found in products like vaporizers and ointments."
V
verb
To treat or perfume with camphor.
Example Sentences
"The herbalist decided to camphor the ointment for added effectiveness."
"They began to camphor the wood to preserve it longer."
"He likes to camphor his clothes to keep moths away."