syn·thet·ic (s n-th t k)adj. 1. Relating to or involving synthesis. 2. Produced by chemical synthesis, especially not of natural origin. n. A synthetic chemical compound or material. |
synthetic
[sinthet′ik]
pertaining to a substance that is produced by an artificial rather than a natural process or material.
synthetic,
n a substance that is produced by an artificial rather than a natural process or material.
synthetic porcelain,
n See cement, silicate.
synthetic
artificially produced.
synthetic fibers
fibers such as nylon, Dacron and Teflon compete with the natural fibers in the weaving of fabrics. The rise in oil prices in the late 1970s made them less competitive. Synthetic fibers have revolutionized the manufacture and use of sutures in surgery.
synthetic milk
see milk replacer.
synthetic organic dyes
includes azo, acridine and rosaniline dyes. Used topically as weak antimicrobial agents.
synthetic reaction
a metabolic reaction in which two substances are synthesized into one, e.g. detoxication in the liver.
synthetic rubber
may contain tricresyl phosphate and cause intoxication of animal having access to litter made of it.
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