English word alginate comes from English -ule ((rare, scientific) Diminutive suffix.), English algin

Detailed word origin of alginate

Dictionary entry	Language	Definition
-ule	English (eng)	(rare, scientific) Diminutive suffix.
algin	English (eng)	Any of various gelatinous gums, derivatives of alginic acid, derived from algae.
alginate	English (eng)	Any salt or ester of alginic acid.

Words with the same origin as alginate