adjective
uric
YOOR-ik/jˈɝɪk/
Relating to uric acid, a waste substance produced by the body.
The urine sample can be tested for uric acid.
Etymology
The urine root connects this adjective with substances pertaining to or obtained from urine. Uric acid is a specific chemical application of that relationship.
In context
these attacks happen suddenly when there's a buildup of uric acid a chemical found naturally in your body's tissues
More examples
- High uric acid levels can increase the risk of gout.
- Some kidney stones form from uric acid.
- This medication helps lower uric acid levels.
Forms
uric
urate noun — A salt of uric acid.