AskDefine | Define acerate

Dictionary Definition

acerate adj : narrow and long and pointed; as pine leaves [syn: acerose, acicular, needle-shaped]

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Etymology

aceric + -ate. See acetic

Pronunciation

Noun

  1. A combination of aceric acid with a salifiable base.

Adjective

  1. Acerose; needle-shaped.
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