deltate

adj, noun — 2 senses

adj

Etymology From delta (a greek letter of triangular form) + -ate (adjective-forming suffix).

Biology, Botany, Natural sciences Having a triangular leaf.

noun

Etymology From deltic acid + -ate (“salt or ester”).

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences Any salt of deltic acid.

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