lactic
English
Etymology
From Latin lactis (“of milk”), genitive form of lac (“milk”), with the suffix -ic.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /ˈlæktɪk/
- Rhymes: -æktɪk
Adjective
lactic (not comparable)
- Of, relating to, or derived from milk
- (biochemistry, of fermentation) That produces lactic acid
Derived terms
- heterolactic
- lactic acid
Related terms
- lactate
- lactation
Translations
of, relating to, or derived from milk
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