Definition of Acetate (acetate ion)

acetate (acetate ion)
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(CH₃COO^-, C₂H₃O₂^-). 1. an ion formed by removing the acidic hydrogen of acetic acid , HC₂H₃O₂. 2. a compound derived by replacing the acidic hydrogen in acetic acid. 3. A fiber made of cellulose acetate.