deltate

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English

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Etymology 1

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

Adjective

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deltate (not comparable)

  1. (biology) Having a triangular leaf.

Etymology 2

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

Noun

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deltate (plural deltates)

  1. (organic chemistry) Any salt of deltic acid.

Anagrams

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