English word enolate comes from English enol, English -ule ((rare, scientific) Diminutive suffix.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| enol | English (eng) | (organic chemistry) An organic compound containing a hydroxyl group bonded to a carbon atom, which is doubly bonded to another carbon atom. |
| -ule | English (eng) | (rare, scientific) Diminutive suffix. |
| enolate | English (eng) | (chemistry) any metal salt of the enol form of a tautomeric aldehyde or ketone. |