picric

[ pik-rik ]

/ ˈpɪk rɪk /

of or derived from picric acid.

Origin of picric

1850–55; < Greek pikr(ós) bitter + -ic

If a yellowish tone is wanted, add the clear solution of picric acid, or of acid yellow.

The Practical Ostrich Feather Dyer |Alexander Paul
A less fast color is obtained with archil, indigo carmine and picric acid.

The Practical Ostrich Feather Dyer |Alexander Paul
Maybe—but so is picric acid; so is nitroglycerin; and so is pure gold.

Skylark Three |Edward Elmer Smith
Manufacturers of picric acid and "French purple" have enjoyed the fruits of the labours of Dr. Stenhouse.

The Scientific Basis of National Progress |George Gore

Armies could be annihilated, granite and steel would be as tinder before a bomb or torpedo of picric acid dropped from the clouds.

Lorraine |Robert W. Chambers