oleic Meaning & Definition
/əʊˈliː.ɪk/
What Does Oleic Mean?
Oleic is used as an adjective meaning Of or pertaining to oil, especially to vegetable oil. It can also mean Of or pertaining to oleic acid or its derivatives.
Oleic: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /əʊˈliː.ɪk/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Comparative / superlative | more oleic, most oleic |
Oleic Definition (Adjective)
- Of or pertaining to oil, especially to vegetable oil.
- Of or pertaining to oleic acid or its derivatives.
Synonyms of Oleic
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Oleic synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
oleic (comparative more oleic, superlative most oleic)
Words That Rhyme With Oleic
Origin of Oleic
From Latin oleum (“oil”) + English -ic.
Pronouncing Oleic
You say oleic as /əʊˈliː.ɪk/. It has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (liː).