Citric

//ˈsɪtɹɪk// adj

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Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of, pertaining to, or derived from, citrus fruit. not-comparable

    "An orange-scented road to Harbor was what Christine expected, because three times the aroma had accompanied her escapes. The first was on foot, the second by bus, and each time the orange trees lining the road marked her flight with a light citric perfume."

Adjective
  1. 1
    of or related to citric acid wordnet

Synonyms

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citrouscitrus

Example

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"Pineapple is rich in citric acid."

Etymology

From citrus + -ic.

Related phrases

citric acid

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