pic·ric

[pik-rik]
adjective Chemistry.
of or derived from picric acid.

Origin:
1850–55; < Greek pikr(ós) bitter + -ic

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For example, picric acid is normally stored in water that evaporates during storage.
Picric acid and human urine also cause a discharge of nematocysts and should not be used.
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