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Vocabulary Entry
salicylate
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
A salt or ester of salicylic acid, often used in pharmaceuticals.
Example Sentences
"The chemist synthesized a new salicylate for pain relief."
"Many creams contain salicylate to help treat acne."
"Doctors prescribe salicylates to manage inflammation in patients."
A
adjective
Relating to or derived from salicylic acid.
Example Sentences
"The salicylate compounds showed promising results in clinical trials."
"Salicylate usage is common in over-the-counter pain relievers."
"She read about the salicylate properties of various plants."