noun
a chemical compound containing the nitrate ion (NO3-), such as potassium nitrate or sodium nitrate
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Nitrate is commonly used in fertilizers to promote plant growth.
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I heard that nitrate is in a lot of processed foods these days.
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Watch out for foods high in nitrate, they're not good for you.
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The nitrate of our relationship was explosive, leading to a messy breakup.