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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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