H-free
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/eɪtʃ friː/
without hydrogen
Etymology
Etymology Information
'H-free' originates from the English letter 'H' representing 'hydrogen' and the word 'free,' indicating the absence of hydrogen.
Historical Evolution
The term 'H-free' evolved from scientific nomenclature to describe substances lacking hydrogen.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without hydrogen,' and this meaning has remained consistent in scientific contexts.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes a molecule or compound that does not contain hydrogen atoms.
The compound is H-free, making it less reactive.
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Last updated: 2025/07/13 16:39