English dictionary
ferric
/'f/E/r/I/k/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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of or relating to or containing iron
Synonyms ferrousSource: WordNet 3.0
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Pertaining to, derived from, or containing iron. Specifically <i>(Chem.)</i>, denoting those compounds in which iron has a higher valence than in the <i>ferrous</i> compounds; as, <i>ferric</i> oxide; <i>ferric</i> acid.
Source: webster1913