Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun A salt of ricinolic acid.

from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.

  • noun (Chem.) A salt of ricinoleic acid; -- formerly called palmate.

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  • noun chemistry any salt or ester of ricinoleic acid

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Examples

  • Ammonium alum, a natural mineral salt is added for its strong impact on germs, and Zinc ricinoleate, from the Castor Oil plant, acts as an effective deodorant without inhibiting natural perspiration.

    Where do I find Non-Toxic Toiletries? Thatsnews 2006

  • Ammonium alum, a natural mineral salt is added for its strong impact on germs, and Zinc ricinoleate, from the Castor Oil plant, acts as an effective deodorant without inhibiting natural perspiration.

    Archive 2006-09-01 Thatsnews 2006

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