iridic


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i·rid·ic

 (ĭ-rĭd′ĭk, ī-rĭd′-)
adj.
Of or relating to the iris of the eye.
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iridic

(aɪˈrɪdɪk; ɪˈrɪd-)
adj
1. (Elements & Compounds) of or containing iridium, esp in the tetravalent state
2. (Anatomy) of or relating to the iris of the eye
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i•rid•ic

(ɪˈrɪd ɪk)

adj.
of or containing iridium, esp. in the tetravalent state.
[1835–45]
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Adj.1.iridic - of or containing iridium
2.iridic - of or relating to the iris of the eye
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