acetous

adjective

ace·​tous ə-ˈsē-təs How to pronounce acetous (audio) ˈa-sə-təs How to pronounce acetous (audio)
: relating to or producing vinegar
acetous fermentation
also : sour, vinegary

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, borrowed from Anglo-French acetus, borrowed from Medieval Latin acētōsus, from Latin acētum "vinegar" + -ōsus -ous — more at acetic acid

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of acetous was in the 14th century

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“Acetous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acetous. Accessed 21 Mar. 2023.

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acetous

adjective
ace·​tous ə-ˈsēt-əs How to pronounce acetous (audio) ˈas-ət-əs How to pronounce acetous (audio)
: relating to or producing vinegar
acetous fermentation
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