xanthic

[ zan-thik ]
/ ˈzæn θɪk /

adjective

of or relating to a yellow or yellowish color.
Chemistry. of or derived from xanthine or xanthic acid.

Origin of xanthic

From the French word xanthique, dating back to 1810–20. See xantho-, -ic

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British Dictionary definitions for xanthic

xanthic
/ (ˈzænθɪk) /

adjective

of, containing, or derived from xanthic acid
botany rare having a yellow colour

Medical definitions for xanthic

xanthic
[ zănthĭk ]

adj.

Having a yellow or yellowish color.
Of or relating to xanthine.