malate

noun

ma·​late ˈma-ˌlāt How to pronounce malate (audio) ˈmā- How to pronounce malate (audio)
: a salt or ester of malic acid

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The form in this supplement is calcium malate, which is similar in absorption to the citrate form. — Casey Seiden, Parents, 30 May 2024 This supplement contains 135 milligrams of magnesium per capsule, with 55 milligrams coming from magnesium citrate and 80 milligrams from magnesium malate. — Britannay Scanniello, Verywell Health, 1 Mar. 2024

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First Known Use

1788, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of malate was in 1788

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