Definition

A type of salt or ester that comes from linoleic acid, which is a fatty acid found in various oils.

Example

Linoleate is often used in food products and cosmetics for its beneficial properties.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of linoleate and what it does?

Yeah, it's related to linoleic acid, right?

Exactly! I read that it's used in some skin care products.

That makes sense, since it's known for its moisturizing properties.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Linoleate is derived from "linum" (meaning flax) and "-ate" (a suffix used in chemistry to denote a salt or ester of an acid). The word refers to a salt or ester derived from linoleic acid, which is obtained from flaxseed oil.

Memory Tip

Think of 'flax' ('linum') as the source of linoleic acid, and remember that 'linoleate' refers to a compound derived from it.

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