peracid en · NOUN
Etymology
Etymology tree English per- Latin acidusbor. French acidebor. English acid English peracid From per- + acid.
Meanings
- Any acid that contains a peroxy group - e.g. peracetic acid
- The oxyacid of a particular element that has the largest number of oxygen atoms - e.g. perchloric acid
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| peracids | Number=Plur | lexicographic |