capric acid (ˈkæprɪk) ![]() | |
| —n | |
| another name for decanoic acid | |
| [C19: from Latin caper goat, so named from its smell] | |
| the offspring of a zebra and a donkey. |
| a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes. |
capric acid cap·ric acid (kāp'rĭk)
n.
A fatty acid obtained from animal fats and oils and used in the manufacture of perfumes and fruit flavorings.