acerate

noun, adj — 2 senses

noun

US /ˈæsəˌreɪt/

Etymology From aceric + -ate, see acetic. By surface analysis, Latin acer (“maple tree”) + -ate.

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Physical sciences A combination of aceric acid with a salifiable base.

adj

Etymology From French acéré (“sharp”) + English -ate.

Acerose; needle-shaped; long and pointed.

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