terpenoid

== English == === Etymology === From terpene +‎ -oid. === Pronunciation === (General American) IPA(key): /ˈtɝpənɔɪd/ === Noun === terpenoid (plural terpenoids) (organic chemistry) Any of a very large class of naturally occurring and synthetic organic compounds formally derived from the hydrocarbon isoprene; they include many volatile compounds used in perfume and food flavors, turpentine, the steroids, the carotene pigments and rubber. ==== Related terms ==== === Anagrams === repointed