MYRISTIC

Etymology

Adjective

myristic (comparative more myristic, superlative most myristic)

(rare) Pertaining to nutmeg.

Source: Wiktionary


My*ris"tic, a. (Chem.)

Definition: Pertaining to, or derived from, the nutmeg (Myristica). Specifically, designating an acid found in nutmeg oil and otoba fat, and extracted as a white crystalline waxy substance.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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