Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

valerenic

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 0.00 in modern English

Syllables: valerenic
IPA

14

Scrabble Score

9

Letters

1

Syllables

8

Unique Chars

Meaning

adj

Relating to valerenic acid or its derivatives.

Example Sentences

"Previous reports also indicated that the roots and rhizomes are highly aromatic and contain valerenic acid that has been shown to inhibit the breakdown of neuro transmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) that results in sedation."

Etymology

From valerian.

Questions

What does valerenic mean?: Relating to valerenic acid or its derivatives.
Where does valerenic come from?: From valerian.

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