PELARGONIC

Etymology

Adjective

pelargonic (not comparable)

Of or pertaining to plants of the genus Pelargonium

(chemistry) Of or pertaining to pelargonic acid or its derivatives

Source: Wiktionary


Pel`ar*gon"ic, a. (Chem.)

Definition: Pertaining to, or designating, an organic acid (called also nonoic acid) found in the leaves of the geranium (Pelargonium) and allied plants.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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