THALLIC

Adjective

thallic (comparative more thallic, superlative most thallic)

(inorganic chemistry) Pertaining to or containing the element thallium, especially with valence 3.

(botany) Pertaining to a thallus

Source: Wiktionary


Thal"lic, a. (Chem.)

Definition: Of or pertaining to thallium; derived from, or containing, thallium; specifically, designating those compounds in which the element has a higher valence as contrasted with the thallous compounds; as, thallic oxide.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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16 April 2025

RACY

(adjective) marked by richness and fullness of flavor; “a rich ruby port”; “full-bodied wines”; “a robust claret”; “the robust flavor of fresh-brewed coffee”


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Hawaii and California are the only two U.S. states that grow coffee plants commercially.

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