Definition of Adipic
1. a. Pertaining to, or derived from, fatty or oily substances; -- applied to certain acids obtained from fats by the action of nitric acid.
Definition of Adipic
1. adipose [adj] - See also: adipose
Medical Definition of Adipic
1.
Pertaining to, or derived from, fatty or oily substances; applied to certain acids obtained from fats by the action of nitric acid.
Origin: L. Adeps, adipis, fat.
Source: Websters Dictionary
(01 Mar 1998)
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