eluate Meaning & Definition
What Does Eluate Mean?
Eluate is used as a noun meaning A liquid solution that results from elution. As a verb, it means To subject or be subjected to elution.
Eluate: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Plural | eluates |
| Verb forms | eluates, eluating, eluated |
Eluate Definition (Noun)
- A liquid solution that results from elution.
Eluate as a Verb
- To subject or be subjected to elution.
Synonyms of Eluate
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Eluate synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
eluate (countable and uncountable, plural eluates)
eluate (third-person singular simple present eluates, present participle eluating, simple past and past participle eluated)
Origin of Eluate
Origin 1: From Latin ēluō + -ate (noun-forming suffix, of participial origin). On the other hand, elute has been borrowed directly from the perfect passive participle of ēluō, ēlūtus.
Origin 2: From Latin ēluō + -ate (verb-forming suffix, of participial origin), see etymology 1.
Eluate: Your Questions Answered
Is eluate a noun or a verb?
Eluate is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is the plural of eluate?
The plural of eluate is eluates.
What is the past tense of eluate?
The past tense of eluate is eluated. The present participle is eluating.