reaction-formed
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/riˈækʃən-fɔrmd/
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/riˈækʃən-fɔːmd/
created by a reaction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'reaction-formed' originates from the combination of 'reaction' and 'formed', where 'reaction' refers to a response to a stimulus and 'formed' means created or shaped.
Historical Evolution
'Reaction' comes from the Latin word 'reactio', and 'formed' is derived from the Old English 'formian', meaning to shape or create.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'created as a result of a chemical reaction', but over time it evolved to include any process resulting from a reaction.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describing something that is created or developed as a result of a reaction.
The compound was reaction-formed during the experiment.
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Last updated: 2025/03/18 19:29