Definitions:

1. Chemical compound derived from xanthic acid, a carbonic acid. NOUN
   • The laboratory technician followed strict safety protocols when handling xanthate solutions due to their potential toxicity.
2. Used in various industrial processes, especially in the mining industry as flotation agents, to selectively separate minerals from ores. NOUN
   • The mining company employed xanthate as a flotation agent to extract copper from its ore.

Synonyms:

• xanthate ester
• xanthic acid derivative
• xanthogenate
• xanthogenate compound
• xanthogenate salt