Definition

To produce or secrete milk, typically in mammals.

Example

The mother will lactate after giving birth to her baby.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you know that some animals lactate to feed their young?

Yeah, I've heard that before! It's pretty fascinating.

I wonder how long they lactate after giving birth.

It probably varies by species, but it must be important for their survival.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A substance that is a salt or an ester derived from lactic acid, often found in various biological processes.

Example

Lactate is produced in the muscles during intense exercise when oxygen levels are low.

Conversation

I was reading about how our bodies produce lactate during intense exercise.

Oh really? I didn't know that was happening while we work out.

Yeah, it’s interesting because it helps with energy production.

Root Explanation

Lactate → It is formed from "lactis" (meaning milk) and the suffix "-ate" (indicating a process or action). The word "lactate" refers to the process of producing or secreting milk.

Memory Tip

Think of 'milk' ('lactis') and the action of producing it ('-ate') — that's why lactate means to produce milk.

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