noun
- salts or esters of boric acid, used in glass manufacturing, detergents, and as preservatives
Usage: chemistry
verb
- third person singular present of borate; treats or combines with boric acid or borates
Usage: chemistry
Examples
- Sodium borates are commonly used in laundry detergents.
- The glass factory uses borates to improve the durability of their products.
- Borates help preserve wood against insects and decay.
- The chemist borates the solution to adjust its pH level.
- Many eye drops contain borates as a buffering agent.
- The manufacturer borates the ceramic glaze for better finish.