sulfide
|sul-fide|
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/ˈsʌlfaɪd/
sulfur compound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sulfide' originates from the French word 'sulfure,' which is derived from the Latin word 'sulfur,' meaning 'brimstone.'
Historical Evolution
'sulfure' transformed into the English word 'sulfide' during the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any compound containing sulfur, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a compound of sulfur with another element or group, especially a binary compound of sulfur with a metal.
Iron sulfide is a common mineral found in sedimentary rocks.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35