ethanolate
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/ˈɛθəˌnoʊˌleɪt/
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/ˈiːθəˌnəʊˌleɪt/
compound derived from ethanol
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ethanolate' originates from 'ethanol', specifically the word 'ethanol', where 'eth-' meant 'ethyl' and '-anol' referred to 'alcohol'.
Historical Evolution
'ethanol' changed from 'ethyl alcohol' and eventually became the modern English word 'ethanol'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'ethyl alcohol', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a compound derived from ethanol'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a salt or ester of ethanolic acid, often used in chemical reactions as a reagent or catalyst.
Ethanolates are commonly used in organic synthesis.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/21 17:53