[ar.o.mat.ic] adj (14c) 1: of, relating to, or having aroma: a: fragrant b: having a strong smell c: having a distinctive quality
2. of an organic compound: characterized by increased chemical stability resulting from the delocalization of electrons in a ring system (as benzene) containing usu. multiple conjugated double bonds--compare alicyclic, aliphatic syn see odorous -- ar.o.mat.i.cal.ly adv -- aro.ma.tic.i.ty n
[2]aromatic n (15c) 1: an aromatic plant or plant part; esp: an aromatic herb or spice
2: an aromatic organic compound