Meaning Of The Word Valeric acid

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valeric acid in American English
any of four isomeric fatty acids, C4H9COOH, some originally found in valerian root, but all now made synthetically: used in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, flavors, perfumes, etc.
any of several isomeric organic acids having the formula C5H10 O2, the common one being a liquid of pungent odor obtained from valerian roots: used chiefly as an intermediate in perfumery

valeric acid in British English
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