solute

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈsɒljuːt/

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Noun

Singular solute

Plural solutes

1. (chemistry) In chemistry, a solute is something that is dissolved into another substance.

   Sugar is a solute when it is added to a cup of hot coffee.

Related words

• solution

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