acetic acid meaning

Definition of acetic acid

1. a colorless pungent liquid widely used in manufacturing plastics and pharmaceuticals

   Synonyms: ethanoic acid

   Type of: carboxylic acid

   Kinds: acetum, trichloroacetic acid, vinegar

How to pronounce acetic acid

acetic acid is pronounced /əˈsɛtɪk ˈæsəd/ in American English. It has 5 syllables.