boric

[ bawr-ik, bohr- ]

adjective

, Chemistry.

1. of or containing boron; boracic.

boric

/ ˈbɔːrɪk /

adjective

1. of or containing boron Alsoboracic

Word History and Origins

Origin of boric¹

First recorded in 1860–65; bor- ( def ) + -ic

Example Sentences

It’s the naturally derived form of pyrethrin, which, like boric acid, is deadly to insects, but has very low toxicity to humans and other mammals.

From Washington Post

Qualitative tests demonstrated the presence of antipyrin, free boric acid and sodium borate.

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The composition given is: sulphur, niter, cinnamon and boric acid in gaseous solution.

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She cried a bit when there was no more to be had, but a warm bath with some boric acid in it made her sleepy.

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Formaldehyde, boric acid or salicylic acid may be added to preserve the milk.

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If boric acid either free or combined is present, the turmeric paper will be turned to a cherry-red color.

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