sulfate
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for sulfate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A salt or ester of sulfuric acid.
Synonyms
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How to use sulfate
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Etymology
From French sulfate, coined in 1787 by chemist Louis-Bernard Guyton de Morveau from Latin sulphur.
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What does “sulfate” mean?
The word “sulfate” means a salt or ester of sulfuric acid. In plain terms, a chemical compound formed from sulfuric acid, common in fertilizers, detergents, and shampoos.
How do you pronounce “sulfate”?
“Sulfate” is pronounced SUHL-fayt (/ˈsʌlfeɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “sulfate” in a sentence?
Here is “sulfate” used in a sentence: “Magnesium sulfate is commonly known as Epsom salt.”
What part of speech is “sulfate”?
Depending on how it is used, “sulfate” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “sulfate” come from?
The word “sulfate” dates back to around 1787 and comes from Latin. From French sulfate, coined in 1787 by chemist Louis-Bernard Guyton de Morveau from Latin sulphur.
How many meanings does “sulfate” have?
“Sulfate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a salt or ester of sulfuric acid.