Lactic
(adjective)
Relating to, derived from, or produced by milk or lactose.
Origin:
From the latin word lactis, which means "milk".
Examples:
- Lactic acid is an organic acid found in sour milk.
- The lactic bacteria are used to make yogurt.
- Lactic fermentation is a process that produces lactic acid.
- The lactic acid in the muscles causes fatigue.
- The lactic cheeses are made from milk.