'E odorata' definitions:

Definition of 'E odorata'

From: GCIDE
  • Peppermint \Pep"per*mint\, n. [Pepper + mint.]
  • 1. (Bot.) An aromatic and pungent plant of the genus Mentha (Mentha piperita), much used in medicine and confectionery. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. A volatile oil (oil of peppermint) distilled from the fresh herb; also, a well-known essence or spirit (essence of peppermint) obtained from it. [1913 Webster]
  • 3. A lozenge of sugar flavored with peppermint. [1913 Webster]
  • Peppermint camphor. (Chem.) Same as Menthol.
  • Peppermint tree (Bot.), a name given to several Australian species of gum tree (Eucalyptus amygdalina, {Eucalyptus piperita}, E. odorata, etc.) which have hard and durable wood, and yield an essential oil. [1913 Webster]