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Definition of Tetracid

1. a. Capable of neutralizing four molecules of a monobasic acid; having four hydrogen atoms capable of replacement ba acids or acid atoms; -- said of certain bases; thus, erythrine, C₄H₆(OH)₄, is a tetracid alcohol.

Definition of Tetracid

1. a type of acid [n -S] - See also: acid

Medical Definition of Tetracid

1. Capable of neutralising four molecules of a monobasic acid; having four hydrogen atoms capable of replacement ba acids or acid atoms; said of certain bases; thus, erythrine, C4H6(OH)4, is a tetracid alcohol. Origin: Tetra + acid. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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