ethanoate
nounEtymology From ethanoic acid + -ate.
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Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences The acetate anion [C₂H₃O₂]⁻, a carboxylate and the conjugate base of ethanoic acid (acetic acid).
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