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Definition of Xeronic

1. a. Pertaining to, or designating, an acid, C₈H₁₂O₄, related to fumaric acid, and obtained from citraconic acid as an oily substance having a bittersweet taste; -- so called from its tendency to form its anhydride.

2. a. Pertaining to, or designating, an acid, C₈H₁₂O₄, related to fumaric acid, and obtained from citraconic acid as an oily substance having a bittersweet taste; -- so called from its tendency to form its anhydride.

Medical Definition of Xeronic

1. Pertaining to, or designating, an acid, C8H12O4, related to fumaric acid, and obtained from citraconic acid as an oily substance having a bittersweet taste; so called from its tendency to form its anhydride. Origin: Gr. Dry + citraconic. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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