tartarous

[ tahr-ter-uhs ]

adjective

1. consisting of or containing tartar. Tartar.

tartarous

/ ˈtɑːtərəs /

adjective

1. consisting of, containing, or resembling tartar

Word History and Origins

Origin of tartarous¹

First recorded in 1595–1605; tartar + -ous

Example Sentences

Wine dissolves Soap; but imperfectly, because it contains an acid or tartarous part.

From Project Gutenberg

This tartarous enamel must therefore be scaled off, that the gums may grow up to their proper place.

From Project Gutenberg