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pyroligneous

Adjective

py=ro=lig=ne=ous

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pyroligneous(a = adj.pert) pyrolignic - of a substance produced by the effect of heat on wood, especially by destructive distillation; Array

pyroligneous, a. [Pyro-+ L. lignum wood: cf. F. pyroligneux.].

Pertaining to, or designating, the acid liquid obtained in the distillation of wood, consisting essentially of impure acetic acid. [1913 Webster]

pyroligneous, adj. produced by the action of fire or heat on wood.

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