caseic, a. Chem.
(keɪˈsiːɪk)
[f. L. case-us cheese + -ic.]
In caseic acid, a synonym of lactic acid; also (obs.) = caproic acid.
| 1840 Henry Elem. Chem. II. 448 Caseic acid is of the colour and consistence of syrup..and has an acid bitter taste mixed with that of cheese. c 1865 J. Wylde in Circ. Sc. I. 333/1 Caseic, sudoric, and capric acids. |