lactic
adjective
Simple meaning
Of, about, or derived from milk.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈlæktɪk
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Definition
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adjective
Of, relating to, or derived from milk.
Of or relating to or obtained from milk (especially sour milk or whey)
biochemistry
Relating to, or producing, lactic acid.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
- Frequency
- Uncommon
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The period following birth during which milk is secreted.
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A clear odorless hygroscopic syrupy carboxylic acid found in sour milk and in many fruits.
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A salt or ester of lactic acid.
A Gram-positive rod-shaped bacterium that produces lactic acid (especially in milk).
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