tannin

['tænɪn] n

tannin One of a group of complex organic chemicals commonly found in leaves, unripe fruits, and the bark of trees. Their function is uncertain though the unpleasant taste may discourage grazing animals. Some tannins have commercial uses, notably in the production of leather and ink; used in tanning, as a mordant in dyeing, and in ink manufacture ['tænɪn] n

environ.

tanniini

tannin

: 11 phrases in 5 subjects

Agriculture	3
Chemistry	2
Hobbies and pastimes	1
Industry	2
Natural sciences	3


tannin abbr.
chem.	parkkihappo; tanniini
environ.	tanniini


Content abbr.
comp., MS	Sisältö
Contents abbr.
comp., MS	Sisällys
content abbr.
commun. IT	sisältö
comp., MS	sisältö
met.	pitoisuus
contents abbr.
IT el.	tietokannan sisältö; tietokannan tila