valeric Meaning, Definition & Usage
Va*ler"ic adjective
Definitions
(Chem.) Valerianic; specifically, designating any one of three metameric acids, of which the typical one (called also inactive valeric acid ),C4H9CO2H , is obtained from valerian root and other sources, as a corrosive, mobile, oily liquid, having a strong acid taste, and an odor of old cheese.