adipic acid

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Noun adipic acid has 1 sense

hexanedioic acid, adipic acid - a carboxylic acid used in the manufacture of nylon
--₁ is a kind of carboxylic acid

Definitions from the Web

Adipic Acid

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense:

1. A white crystalline compound commonly used in the production of nylon, plasticizers, and polyurethane foams.

2. A dicarboxylic acid derived from fats and oils, used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.

Sample Sentences:

1. Adipic acid is an essential ingredient in the manufacturing of nylon fabrics and plastic products.

2. The presence of adipic acid in soda gives it a tangy taste.

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