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bromate: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples

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UK/ˈbrəʊmeɪt/US/ˈbroʊmeɪt/

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What does “bromate” mean?

A salt or ester of bromic acid, containing the BrO3⁻ anion.

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Definition

Meaning and Definition

A salt or ester of bromic acid, containing the BrO3⁻ anion.

To treat (e.g., water or flour) with bromate ions or bromic acid; (in chemistry) the process of introducing bromate into a substance.

Dialectal Variation

British vs American Usage

Differences

No significant differences in meaning or usage. Spelling is identical. Regional variations are negligible.

Connotations

Identical in both dialects. Connotations are neutral/scientific.

Frequency

Extremely low frequency in general language, confined to scientific, industrial, and regulatory contexts in both regions.

Grammar

How to Use “bromate” in a Sentence

[substance] + be + bromated[agent] + bromate + [substance] (verb)

Vocabulary

Collocations

strong
potassium bromatesodium bromatebromate ionsbromate formationbromate contamination
medium
to bromate waterbromate treatmentpresence of bromatelevel of bromatedetect bromate
weak
chemical bromatetest for bromatereduce bromatebromate in drinking water

Examples

Examples of “bromate” in a Sentence

verb

British English

  • Some traditional bakers used to bromate flour to improve dough strength.
  • The water company was fined for failing to properly bromate the supply.

American English

  • The FDA regulates whether flour can be bromated.
  • Ozonation can inadvertently bromate water if bromide is present.

adjective

British English

  • Bromate contamination is a serious water quality issue.
  • The bromate solution was handled with care.

American English

  • Bromate levels were found to be above the EPA limit.
  • A bromate compound was identified in the sample.

Usage

Meaning in Context

Business

Used in manufacturing (baking, water treatment) compliance reports: 'We must ensure bromate levels in the product meet EU standards.'

Academic

Used in chemistry, environmental science, and food technology journals: 'The study examined bromate formation during ozonation.'

Everyday

Virtually never used in casual conversation.

Technical

Core usage in chemistry, water treatment engineering, and food safety regulations.

Vocabulary

Synonyms of “bromate”

Neutral

bromic acid salt

Weak

oxidizing agent (contextual)contaminant (contextual)

Vocabulary

Antonyms of “bromate”

reducedecontaminate (for the verb sense)

Watch out

Common Mistakes When Using “bromate”

  • Confusing 'bromate' (BrO3⁻) with 'bromide' (Br⁻).
  • Misspelling as 'bromite'.
  • Using as a general verb unrelated to chemistry.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, bromate is classified as a potential carcinogen, and its levels in food and drinking water are strictly regulated worldwide.

Yes, but only in technical contexts meaning 'to treat with bromate' or 'to convert into a bromate.'

Bromate (BrO3⁻) is an oxyanion containing oxygen, while bromide (Br⁻) is a simple anion of bromine. They are chemically distinct.

No, it is a highly specialized scientific term unknown to most people outside relevant technical fields.

A salt or ester of bromic acid, containing the BrO3⁻ anion.

Bromate is usually technical in register.

Bromate: in British English it is pronounced /ˈbrəʊmeɪt/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈbroʊmeɪt/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.

Learning

Memory Aids

Mnemonic

Think 'BROMine' + 'ATE' (like in 'nitrate' or 'chlorate') — it's a compound where bromine is combined with oxygen.

Conceptual Metaphor

NONE (Highly technical term)

Practice

Quiz

Fill in the gap
The laboratory test confirmed the presence of in the municipal water supply.
Multiple Choice

In which field is the term 'bromate' most commonly used?

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