salicylic

[ sal-uh-sil-ik ]

adjective

, Chemistry.

1. of or derived from salicylic acid.

Word History and Origins

Origin of salicylic¹

1830–40; < French salicyl the diatomic radical of salicylic acid (< Latin salic-, stem of salix willow + French -yl -yl; it was originally derived from salicin) + -ic

Example Sentences

“They’re using things like vitamin C serums, salicylic acid, really expensive products that have actives that can actually harm their skin,” Cheng said, referring to active ingredients meant to address specific conditions such as wrinkles and dark spots.

From Los Angeles Times

For the new study, the researchers used this approach to develop a sensor that can detect salicylic acid, a molecule that is involved in regulating many aspects of plant growth, development, and response to stress.

From Science Daily

In this study, the researchers applied the sensors for hydrogen peroxide and salicylic acid to pak choi, a leafy green vegetable also known as bok choy or Chinese cabbage.

From Science Daily

Heat, light, and bacterial infection all provoked salicylic acid production within two hours of the stimulus, but at distinct time points.

From Science Daily

Insect bites did not stimulate salicylic acid production at all.

From Science Daily