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Definition of Acetic

1. Adjective. Relating to or containing acetic acid.

Definition of Acetic

1. a. Of a pertaining to vinegar; producing vinegar; producing vinegar; as, acetic fermentation.

Definition of Acetic

1. pertaining to vinegar [adj] - See also: vinegar

Medical Definition of Acetic

1. Of a pertaining to vinegar; producing vinegar; producing vinegar; as, acetic fermentation. Pertaining to, containing, or derived from, acetyl, as acetic ether, acetic acid. The latter is the acid to which the sour taste of vinegar is due. Origin: L. Acetum = vinegar, fr. Acere to be sour. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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