tri·ba·sic (tr -b  s k)adj. 1. Containing three replaceable hydrogen atoms per molecule. Used of an acid. 2. Containing three univalent basic atoms or radicals per molecule. Used of a base or salt. |
tribasic [traɪˈbeɪsɪk]
adj
1. (Chemistry) (of an acid) containing three replaceable hydrogen atoms in the molecule
2. (Chemistry) (of a molecule) containing three monovalent basic atoms or groups in the molecule
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