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capric, caprinic (adjective) (not comparable)
1. A reference to a goat: Lynn was shown some samples of rugs that were made of capric fibres or material.
2. Of or pertaining to a special acid or its derivatives: Capric acid comes from animal fats and oils which are used in the manufacture of perfumes and fruit flavors.

The capric acid also occurs in small quantities in butter, coconut oil, etc.; which is united with glycerin.

Capric acids are colorless oils or white crystalline solids of an unpleasant odor similar to goats or sweat.

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