acetic
adjective/əˈsiːtɪk/
Frequency rank: #17,817 most common English word
Meaning
Of, relating to, or containing acetic acid or vinegar.
Example sentence
The sharp smell in the kitchen came from acetic acid, the main component of vinegar.
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