malic

American  

[mal-ik, mey-lik] / ˈmæl ɪk, ˈmeɪ lɪk /

adjective

1. pertaining to or derived from apples.

2. Chemistry. of or derived from malic acid.

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Etymology

Origin of malic

First recorded in 1790–1800; from French malique, from Latin māl(um) “apple” + French -ique adjective suffix. See -ic

Example Sentences

Several laboratory studies have also shown that the combined effects of wine alcohol and organic acids, such as malic acid, can prevent the growth of E coli and Salmonella.

From Salon • Aug. 31, 2023

In the latest excavation, the archaeologists skipped the chemical scrub. This allowed researchers to extract four organic compounds present in the potsherds: citric acid, malic acid, succinic acid and tartaric acid.

From Washington Post • Nov. 13, 2017

This allowed researchers to extract four organic compounds present in the potsherds: citric acid, malic acid, succinic acid and tartaric acid.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 13, 2017

Scientific breakthroughs revealed the role of yeast in fermentation and explained how bacteria converted harsh malic acid into softer lactic acid, which makes many red wines and some whites easier to drink.

From New York Times • May 15, 2017

The bitter taste of the true Wormwood is also due to "absinthin," and each kind contains nitrate of potash, tannin, and resin, with succinic, malic, and acetic acids.

From Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure by Fernie, William Thomas