margaric

[ mahr-gar-ik, -gahr- ]

adjective

1. pearly; resembling a pearl.

margaric

/ mɑːˈɡærɪk /

adjective

1. of or resembling pearl

Word History and Origins

Origin of margaric¹

C19: from Greek margaron pearl

Example Sentences

The acids separated from it are known by the names of margaric, stearic, and oleic acids.

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It is a crystalline solid less fusible than margaric acid, but closely resembling it in its other properties.

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The unsaponified fat of the coccus insect, as well as oleic and margaric acids.

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The residuum being decomposed by boiling hot muriatic acid, affords margaric acid.

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The stearine, of which factitious wax candles are made, consists of the stearic and margaric acids combined.

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