silicate

English

/ˈsɪlɪkeɪt/, /ˈsɪlɪkət/, /ˈsɪlɪkɪt/

noun
Definitions
  • (inorganic chemistry) Any salt of silica or of one of the silicic acids; any mineral composed of silicates

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Affix from English silicon.

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English

silicon

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