citrate
/ˈsɪtreɪt/
noun
- A salt or ester of citric acid, found in many foods and used in medicines and as a preservative.
- Sodium citrate is often added to cheese to help it melt smoothly.
- Citrate is a natural component of citrus fruits like lemons and limes.
- Some antacids contain citrate to help neutralize stomach acid.
verb
- To treat or combine with citric acid or a citrate.
- The lab technician will citrate the blood sample to prevent clotting.
- To preserve the color, the fruit slices are citrated before drying.
- Some manufacturers citrate their beverages to adjust the acidity.