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oil of bergamot

volatile oil derived by steam distillation from the rind of the fresh fruit of citrus aurantium or C. Bergamia; contains l-linalyl acetate, l-linalool; d-limonene, dipentene, bergaptene; used as a deodorant in preparations containing malodorous ingredients and as an aromatic in perfumes, hairdressings, and pomades.