How many syllables in camphor?

There are 2 syllables in the word camphor.

Divide camphor into syllables:

camphor (noun):: any of several similar compounds (such as some terpene alcohols and ketones); noun. a resin obtained from the camphor tree; used in making celluloid and liniment.; a tough gummy volatile aromatic crystalline compound c10h16o obtained especially from the wood and bark of the camphor tree and used as a liniment and mild topical analgesic in medicine, as a plasticizer, and as an insect repellent

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