stearates

/ˈstɪəreɪts/
noun
  1. Plural of stearate; multiple types or instances of stearate compounds.
    • Calcium and magnesium stearates are common additives in pills.
    • The lab tested several stearates for their melting points.
    • Different stearates are used in various industrial applications.
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