TARTARIC

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 Dictionary entry overview: What does tartaric mean? 

• TARTARIC (adjective)
  The adjective TARTARIC has 1 sense:

1. relating to or derived from or resembling tartar

  Familiarity information: TARTARIC used as an adjective is very rare.

 Dictionary entry details 

• TARTARIC (adjective)

Sense 1

Meaning:

Relating to or derived from or resembling tartar

Classified under:

Relational adjectives (pertainyms)

Context example:

tartaric acid

Pertainym:

tartar (a salt used especially in baking powder)

Derivation:

tartar (a salt used especially in baking powder)

 Context examples 

L-tartrate, a salt of tartaric acid, is a potent antioxidant.

(L-Carnitine L-Tartrate, NCI Thesaurus)

A solid dosage form containing mixtures of acids (e.g., citric acid, tartaric acid) and sodium bicarbonate, which release carbon dioxide when dissolved in water; it is intended to be dissolved or dispersed in water before administration.

(Effervescent Tablet Dosage Form, NCI Thesaurus/CDISC)

A small particle or grain containing a medicinal agent in a dry mixture usually composed of sodium bicarbonate, citric acid, and tartaric acid which, when in contact with water, has the capability to release gas, resulting in effervescence.

(Effervescent Granule Dosage Form, NCI Thesaurus/CDISC)