electron-poor
|e/lec/tron-poor|
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/ɪˈlɛktrɒn pʊr/
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/ɪˈlɛktrɒn pɔː/
lacking electrons
Etymology
Etymology Information
'electron-poor' originates from the combination of 'electron,' a subatomic particle with a negative charge, and 'poor,' meaning lacking or deficient.
Historical Evolution
'Electron' comes from the Greek word 'ēlektron,' meaning amber, and 'poor' from Old English 'pōr,' meaning lacking or deficient.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'poor' meant lacking in wealth, but in this context, it evolved to mean lacking in electrons.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes a molecule or atom that has fewer electrons than is typical or required for stability.
The electron-poor molecule readily accepted electrons from its surroundings.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45