Definition of "tartarous" []

• Consisting of, derived from, or containing tartar. (adjective)

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• "This then is the true Nostrum of Brewing, and ought to be studied and endeavoured for by all those that can afford to follow the foregoing Rules, and then it will supply in a great measure those chargeable (and often adulterated tartarous arthritick) Wines."
• "The _succinic_, the _tartarous_, and the _acetous acids_, are the products of the decomposition of vegetables; we shall, therefore, reserve their examination for a future period."
• "It is much used in medicine, and in various arts, particularly dying, under the name of _cream of tartar_, and it is from this salt that the tartarous acid is obtained."