Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

formate

Noun

/ˈfɔːrˌmeɪt/

Definition

A formate is the salt or ester of formic acid.

Examples

The sodium formate used in this reaction improved the yield.
Formate esters can be found in certain flavors and fragrances.
During the experiment, we measured the concentration of formate in the solution.

Meaning

In chemistry, a formate typically refers to a compound derived from formic acid (HCOOH) where the hydrogen atom has been replaced by a metal ion or an organic group.