Tannin
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtænɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Tannin is a noun meaning (chemistry) Tannic acid or any of its derivatives.
Meaning
(chemistry) Tannic acid or any of its derivatives.
More Meanings
- (mythology) An evil sea monster in Canaanite and Hebrew mythology.
Example Sentences
Various substances act by entering into combination, and the divellent tendencies of the affinities of the constituents of those substances are overcome, among those are corrosive sublimate, copperas, tannin, wood, vinegar and creosotte.
Word Forms
- tannins
- tanninim
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tannate, tannigen, tannal, tannogallate, acetannin, syntan.
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