SORBIC

Etymology

Adjective

sorbic (not comparable)

Of, or relating to the rowan tree (the sorb).

(chemistry) Of, or derived from sorbic acid.

Anagrams

• Brisco, cribos

Source: Wiktionary


Sor"bic, a. Etym: [Cf. F. sorbique. See Sorb.] (Chem.)

Definition: Pertaining to, or obtained from, the rowan tree, or sorb; specifically, designating an acid, C

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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