gallate

noun

gal·​late ˈga-ˌlāt  ˈgȯ- 

: a salt or ester of gallic acid

Examples of gallate in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Green tea is rich in the antioxidant epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). — Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2026

According to Salazar, the drink contains antioxidants, including catechins such as epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG). — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 13 Jan. 2026

One potent catechin, epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), reduces inflammation in your body. — Lindsay Curtis, Health, 16 Feb. 2026

Other naturally occurring substances – such as naringenin, a chemical abundant in citrus fruits, and epigallocatechin-3-gallate, a compound found in green tea – also activate the aryl hydrocarbon receptor and promote Treg development. — Mitzi Nagarkatti, The Conversation, 10 Oct. 2025

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from French, from (acide) gallique gallic acid + -ate -ate entry 1

First Known Use

1788, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for gallate

• collet
• wallet
• hippolyte

Medical Definition

gallate

noun

gal·​late ˈgal-ˌāt  ˈgȯl- 

: a salt or ester of gallic acid see propyl gallate