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Definition of: cyclic
(sī′klik, sik′lik) adjective
1. Pertaining to or characterized by cycles; recurring in cycles.
2. Chem. Of, pertaining to, or characterized by a closed chain or ring formation, as benzene, naphthalene, anthracene, etc.
3. Bot. Having parts arranged in whorls, as a flower. Also cy′cli·cal.
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