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Definition of: stearoptene
(stē′ə·rop′tēn) noun Chem.
A solid crystalline compound that separates from a volatile oil on standing or exposure to cold. Compare ELAEOPTENE. [<STEAR(IC) + (ELAE)-OPTENE]
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