MetaGlossary.com: Acrid

Keywords: Bitter, Pungent, Caustic, Acerbic, Corrosive

Related Terms: Nose, Acerbic, Acerbity, Acidity, Aroma, Astringency, Astringent, Austere, Bitter, Bitterness, Bouquet, Corked, Corky, Crisp, Flavor, Flavour, Green, Harsh, Insipid , Mellow, Muscatel, Musty , Pungent, Rich, Sharp, Smoky, Sweet, Tannic, Fruity, Moelleux, Earthy, Botrytis Cinerea, Cloying, Oaky, Corked Wine, Botrytis, Noble Rot, Winey, Grapey, Sourness, Earthiness, Minty, Bland, Estery, Rancio, Toasty, Smokey, Acidy, Rough

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Sharp and harsh, or bitter and not, to the taste; pungent; as, acrid salts.

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Causing heat and irritation; corrosive; as, acrid secretions.

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Caustic; bitter; bitterly irritating; as, acrid temper, mind, writing.

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An herb or substance that has a hot biting taste, or causes heat and irritation when applied to the skin. (Syn: Caustic Cauterant, Corrosive, Escharotic)

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