pyroligneous

American  

[pahy-ruh-lig-nee-uhs] / ˌpaɪ rəˈlɪg ni əs /

Also pyrolignic

adjective

1. produced by the distillation of wood.

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pyroligneous British  

/ ˌpaɪrəʊˈlɪɡnɪəs /

adjective

1. (of a substance) produced by the action of heat on wood, esp by destructive distillation

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Etymology

Origin of pyroligneous

First recorded in 1780–90; pyro- + ligneous

Example Sentences

Although it is clear that pure acetic acid is beyond the scope of an estate, crude pyroligneous acid has been produced on a varying scale in this country and in Ceylon.

From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney

The pyroligneous acid seems likely to produce quite a revolution in the process of curing hams, herrings, &c. &c.

From The Cook's Oracle; and Housekeeper's Manual by Kitchiner, William

The pyroligneous vinegar is perfectly free from all flavour, save that of the pure acid; therefore, it is a very valuable menstruum for receiving impregnations from various flavouring materials.

From The Cook's Oracle; and Housekeeper's Manual by Kitchiner, William

But two may be made to answer by the use of what is called "liquid smoke" whose other name is crude pyroligneous acid.

From Dishes & Beverages of the Old South by McCulloch-Williams, Martha

The pyroligneous acid obtained, is generally clear, after nitration, and of a dark brown colour.

From The Preparation of Plantation Rubber by Morgan, Sidney