sulfur-containing
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/ˈsʌlfər kənˈteɪnɪŋ/
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/ˈsʌlfə kənˈteɪnɪŋ/
contains sulfur
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sulfur' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'sulphur,' where 'sulphur' meant 'brimstone.'
Historical Evolution
'sulphur' changed from the Latin word 'sulphur' and eventually became the modern English word 'sulfur.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'brimstone,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a chemical element with atomic number 16.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describing a substance or compound that includes sulfur as a component.
The sulfur-containing compound was crucial for the experiment.
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Last updated: 2025/03/06 23:36