O OneWordDaily
AI-generated image
Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sulphate

/sʌlfɪt/ noun · British & US
Valid in UKValid in US
Share WhatsApp

What does sulphate mean?

noun

A salt or ester of sulphuric acid, typically used as a detergent or in the manufacture of fertilizers and other chemicals.

Example

"The use of sulphate in the production of detergents has been linked to environmental pollution."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

Synonyms for sulphate

Rhymes with sulphate

Etymologically related