benzoic

[ben-zoh-ik]

adjective

Chemistry.

1. of or derived from benzoin or benzoic acid.

benzoic

/ bɛnˈzəʊɪk /

adjective

1. of, containing, or derived from benzoic acid or benzoin

Word History and Origins

Origin of benzoic¹

First recorded in 1785–95; benzo(in) ¹ + -ic

Example Sentences

Similarly, a compound called benzoic acid naturally found in cranberries adds to the fruit's sourness.

From Salon

It was recalled due to an excessive amount of benzoic acid - a common preservative used in food and drinks.

From BBC

So they did all kinds of just really organic research and ended up settling on benzoic acid as the organic acid that was the most satisfying.

From The Verge

In addition to nicotine, Juul pods contain a mix of glycerol, propylene glycol, benzoic acid and flavoring agents, the long-term health effects of which have yet to be determined, she said.

From New York Times

The result was benzoic sulfimide — or, as we know it today, saccharin.

From Washington Post