Ester 1
Ester 1 : (Chem) An organic compound formed by the reaction of a carboxylic acid and an alcohol with the elimination of water. Note: Simple esters are low-boiling liquids with pleasant odors; high molecular weight esters are often odorless waxes. Esters are used extensively in cosmetics, perfumes, flavoring, plastics, soaps, and as paint and varnish solvents