tannic

[ tan-ik ]

adjective

1. Chemistry. of, relating to, or derived from tan or tannin.
2. (of wine) having an astringent taste imparted by the presence of tannin.

tannic

/ ˈtænɪk /

adjective

1. of, relating to, containing, or produced from tan, tannin, or tannic acid

Other Words From

• non·tannic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of tannic¹

1825–35; tan ¹ or tann(in) + -ic

Example Sentences

The flavor is fuller, more complex than that of table grapes, although removing muscadines from their tough, tannic skins presents a far greater challenge than popping a watery, seedless grape into your mouth mindlessly.

From Salon

Though a dry selection like pinot grigio or sauvignon blanc is the classic addition here, Tulloch suggests swapping in a skin contact, or orange, wine for a bit more tannic complexity.

From Seattle Times

Apparently, the tannic acid in the tea helped stop bleeding.

From Seattle Times

It goes head-to-head with Chianti in terms of being tannic and powerful.

From Salon

This was our favorite with milk, but both the Intelligentsia and Verve darker roasts had a tannic, drying quality.

From Los Angeles Times