: involved in and especially catalyzing a reaction in which malic acid participates
malic dehydrogenase
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the WebThis potent cleanser does double duty thanks to its high concentration of alpha hydroxy acids, including lactic, glycolic, citric and malic acids, as well as salicylic acid, a beta-hydroxy acid that helps exfoliate skin and clear clogged pores. Catharine Malzahn, Good Housekeeping, 6 June 2022 For reference, both lactic, glycolic, malic, citric, and tartaric acids fall under the AHA umbrella. Lauren Dana Ellman, Allure, 19 Mar. 2022 In the Wild Eyed Rose, the voluptuous tartness of the grenadine gets to arc across the whole palate, supported by the warm light malt of the Irish whiskey and given a malic kiss at the end by the lime juice. Jason O'bryan, Robb Report, 17 Mar. 2022 Common AHAs are glycolic acid, lactic acid, mandelic acid, malic, tartaric and citric acid.Washington Post, 12 Apr. 2021 Ignore that: Lime’s malic finish is too tart and threatens to derail the whole project. Jason O'bryan, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2021 The resurfacing ingredients include glycolic, malic, tartaric and lactic acids, as well as hyaluronic acid for hydration. Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2021 Bartley was able to replicate the crucial fruit by adding citric, malic, and tartaric acid plus lime oil to a blend of tequila, agave, and distilled water. Larissa Zimberoff, Wired, 17 Dec. 2020 See More
Word History
First Known Use
circa 1909, in the meaning defined above
Phrases Containing malic
malic acid
malic acid
Medical Definition
malic
adjective
ma·lic ˈmal-ik ˈmā-lik
: involved in and especially catalyzing a reaction in which malic acid participates