gallate

noun

gal·​late ˈga-ˌlāt How to pronounce gallate (audio) ˈgȯ- How to pronounce gallate (audio)
: a salt or ester of gallic acid

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Founded by cosmetic chemist Ron Robinson, this serum contains vitamin C in its purest form, with a unique patented formula of stable 20% pure vitamin C and stable epigallocatechin gallate, which is a skin-aiding ingredient found in green tea. Akili King, Vogue, 10 Sep. 2025 This includes an especially potent polyphenol called epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) that can help reduce inflammation in blood vessels. Carol Eustice, Verywell Health, 18 Aug. 2025 Green tea contains cellular-protective compounds, like the powerful antioxidant epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). Jillian Kubala, Health, 15 July 2025 These antioxidants, namely epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), is known to boost metabolism. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024

Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

1788, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of gallate was in 1788

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“Gallate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gallate. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.

Medical Definition

gallate

noun
gal·​late ˈgal-ˌāt How to pronounce gallate (audio) ˈgȯl- How to pronounce gallate (audio)
: a salt or ester of gallic acid see propyl gallate
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