Of, relating to, or derived from milk. / (biochemistry) Relating to, or producing, lactic acid.

(organic chemistry) 2-hydroxy-propanoic acid (CH₃.CHOH.CO₂H), a syrupy liquid, soluble in water; found in milk, wine and many fruits; used as a food additive and in many industrial applications.

(pathology) Excessive plasma acidity due to an accumulation of lactic acid.

(pathology) The presence of (a normal amount of) lactic acid in the bloodstream

Alternative form of lacticaemia

A particular bacteriocin produced by the bacterium Lactococcus lactis.

A polyhydric alcohol (polyol) derived from lactose, used as a sweetener

(formal) Dairy products.