folate

noun

fo·​late ˈfō-ˌlāt 

: folic acid

Examples of folate in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Research shows people who eat chickpeas and hummus regularly have higher intakes of fiber, folate, potassium and iron than people who don't, and better overall diet quality scores. — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Largeman-Roth notes that its folate content is especially important for heart health and healthy pregnancies. — Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 31 July 2026

Others were more concerning, such as declines in folate and iodine levels. — Lauren Manaker Ms, Health, 31 July 2026

This fruit is a real nutritional powerhouse, brimming with vitamin C, vitamin A, folate, potassium, magnesium, and dietary fiber. — Su-Jit Lin, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1944, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

folate

noun

fo·​late ˈfō-ˌlāt 

: folic acid

the uptake of folate by the mutant

—Biological Abstracts

also : a salt or ester of folic acid