Definition of Tartaric acid

1. Noun. An acid found in many fruits; used in soft drinks and confectionery and baking powder.

Generic synonyms: Hydroxy Acid
Specialized synonyms: Racemic Acid

Medical Definition of Tartaric acid

1. HOOC-CHOH-CHOH-COOH; Dihydroxysuccinic acid;made from crude tartar; a laxative and refrigerant; used in the manufacture of various effervescing powders, tablets, and granules. (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Tartaric Acid

tartanry
tartans
tartar
tartar
tartarated
tartare
Tartarean
tartareous
tartares
tartare sauce
tartarian
Tartarian honeysuckle
tartaric
tartaric
tartaric acid (current term)
tartaric acid (current term)
tartarine
tartarize
tartarly
tartarous
tartars
tartarum
tartarus
Tartarus
Tartary
tartar emetic
tartar emetic
tartar sauce
tartar steak
tarted

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