a. Chem. Obs. [f. LAMP sb. + -IC.
(The name was proposed by Daniell; the substance was first prepared by burning ether in a lamp with a platinum wire twisted round the wick.)]
In lampic acid: an earlier name of aldehyde.
1819. J. F. Daniell, in Jrnl. Sci. & Arts, VI. 320. After much consideration, it is but with diffidence that I venture to propose for it the appellation of Lampic acid.
1819. J. G. Children, Chem. Anal., 282. Lampic acid formed from ether is a colourless fluid, with an intensely sour taste, and pungent odour.
1839. Ure, Dict. Arts, 738.
