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chelate meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of chelate at MeaningMonkey.org. chelate meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.CHELATE noun
Definition of chelate (noun)
- a heterocyclic compound having a metal ion attached by coordinate bonds to at least two nonmetal ions
- synonyms: chelate compound
CHELATE verb
Definition of chelate (verb)
- form a chelate, in chemistry
CHELATE adjective
Definition of chelate (adjective)
- relating to or characterized by chelation
- synonyms: chelated
- having or resembling chelae or claws
Source: Princeton University Wordnet