Cuminic

/kjuːˈmɪnɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or derived from cumin; describing compounds, acids, or substances associated with cumin chemistry.

Etymology

From 'cumin' plus the chemical suffix -ic, forming an adjective that describes something as 'of or relating to cumin' in scientific contexts.

Kelly Says

Cumin contains dozens of chemical compounds that give it flavor and aroma—cuminic and similar terms refer to the whole family of molecules that make cumin interesting to both cooks and chemists.

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