vitriolate

noun, verb — 3 senses

vitriolate

noun

Etymology From vitriol + -ate.

1

Chemistry, Inorganic chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences Obsolete A sulfate.

vitriolate

verb

Etymology From vitriol + -ate (verb-forming suffix).

1

To convert into, or change to, a vitriol; to make into sulphuric acid or a sulphate.

2

To subject to the action of, or impregnate with, vitriol.

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