ˈækɪtɪk

Definitions

1. adjective

having a sour taste, like vinegar; vinegar-like

“The acetic smell of the fermented food filled the kitchen.”

2. noun

a sour or vinegar-like substance, especially one produced by the fermentation of sugars

“The chef carefully added the acetic to the sauce.”

3. adjective

relating to vinegar or its production, or to acetic acid

“The acetic industry has grown significantly in recent years.”