Meaning & use
Anisic
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Relating to or derived from anise or its characteristic licorice-like aroma and flavor, as in certain acids, aldehydes, or oils used in chemistry and perfumery.
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The perfume had a warm, anisic note that lingered after the citrus top notes faded.
Anisic acid is used industrially as a flavoring and fragrance compound.
A note on using this word
"Anisic" is most often encountered in chemistry and perfumery, describing compounds like anisic acid and anisaldehyde that share anise's sweet, licorice-like scent.
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