Definition

To remove a substance from another by using a liquid to wash it away.

Example

The chemist will elute the dye from the mixture using a special solvent.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I was reading about how scientists elute substances in the lab.

Oh really? That sounds interesting! How do they do that?

They use solvents to separate different components from a mixture when they elute it.

That makes sense! It's amazing how chemistry works.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Elute → It is formed from "e-" (meaning out) and "luere" (meaning to wash or dissolve). The word "elute" means to wash out or remove substances from a solution.

Memory Tip

Think of 'washing out' ('e-' means out and 'luere' means to wash) to remember that elute means to remove substances from a solution.

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