cinnamic
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of cinnamic
First recorded in 1880–85; cinnam(on) + -ic
Example Sentences
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Beeswax produced mono-carboxylic fatty acids and cinnamic compounds.
From Science Daily • Mar. 16, 2026
It consists essentially of cinnamic aldehyde, and by the absorption of oxygen as it becomes old it darkens in colour and develops resinous compounds.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 4 "Cincinnatus" to "Cleruchy" by Various
An isomer of cinnamic acid known as allo-cinnamic acid is also known.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 4 "Cincinnatus" to "Cleruchy" by Various
Such bark chemically contains cinnamic acid, tannin, a resin, and sugar, so that its continued use will induce constipation.
From Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure by Fernie, William Thomas
The author has now proved that under the same conditions by which ordinary alcohol affords aldehyde, styrone affords the aldehyde of cinnamic acid, that is, oil of cinnamon.
From The Art of Perfumery And Methods of Obtaining the Odors of Plants by Piesse, George William Septimus
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