solvate noun.
['sɒlveɪt] E20.[Irreg. from SOLVE + -ATE2.]Chemistry. A more or less loosely bonded complex formed between a solvent and a solute or colloidal dispersion.
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solvate verb trans. [sɒl'veɪt] E20.[from SOLVE + -ATE3.]Chemistry. Form a solvate with (a solute). Chiefly as
solvated ppl adjective.
■ solvation noun the process or state of being solvated
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