jasmonate

English

Etymology

From jasmonic acid +‎ -ate (“salt or ester”).

Noun

jasmonate (plural jasmonates)

  1. (organic chemistry) Any of several esters of jasmonic acid that act as plant hormones; they are the main component of the smell of jasmine.

Derived terms

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