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caprylic acid

Pronunciation: /kaˈprɪlɪk/

Definition of caprylic acid

noun

[mass noun] Chemistry
  • a liquid fatty acid present in butter and other fats.
    • Chemical formula: CH3(CH2)6COOH

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Latin caper, capr-, 'goat' + -yl + -ic

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