non-sulfide
|non-sul-fide|
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/nɒn-ˈsʌlfaɪd/
not containing sulfide
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-sulfide' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'sulfide,' which refers to a compound containing sulfur.
Historical Evolution
'non-sulfide' was formed by combining the prefix 'non-' with 'sulfide' to describe materials not containing sulfide.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not containing sulfide,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not containing or related to sulfide compounds.
The mineral is classified as a non-sulfide ore.
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Last updated: 2025/03/07 01:51