pyrocitric

/ˌpʌɪroʊˈsɪtrɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

relating to or derived from pyrocitric acid, a chemical compound

“The pyrocitric properties of the new material made it highly flammable.”

2. adjective

relating to or resembling pyrocitric acid

“The pyrocitric compounds in the mixture caused it to catch fire quickly.”

Synonyms

  • flammable
  • inflammatory
  • pyrophoric

Antonyms

  • non-flammable
  • stable