Definition of precipitant Precipitant

pre•cip•i•tant

We found 10 definitions of precipitant from 4 different sources.

What does precipitant mean?

Plural: precipitants

precipitant - an agent that causes a precipitate to form

agent an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect; "their research uncovered new disease agents"

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precipitant (Noun)
A substance that forms a precipitate when added to a solution.
precipitant (Adjective)
That falls headlong, or causes a headlong fall.
precipitant (Adjective)
Rash or impulsive.
precipitant (Adjective)
Sudden or unexpected.
precipitant (Adjective)
That causes precipitation.

precipitant (a.)
Falling or rushing headlong; rushing swiftly, violently, or recklessly; moving precipitately.
precipitant (a.)
Unexpectedly or foolishly brought on or hastened; rashly hurried; hasty; sudden; reckless.
precipitant (n.)
Any force or reagent which causes the formation of a precipitate.