solvate

 
Chemistry

verb

Pronunciation: /sɒlˈveɪt/
[with object]
  • (of a solvent) enter into reversible chemical combination with (a dissolved molecule, ion, etc.): water can solvate both cations and anions (as adjective solvated) the ions become solvated in the water, that is, they become hydrated

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈsɒlveɪt/
  • a more or less loosely bonded complex formed between a solvent and a dissolved species.

Derivatives

solvation

Pronunciation: /-ˈveɪʃ(ə)n/
noun

Origin:

early 20th century: formed irregularly from solve + -ate1