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epoxide

Pronunciation: /ɪˈpɒksʌɪd/

Definition of epoxide

noun

Chemistry
  • an organic compound whose molecule contains a three-membered ring involving an oxygen atom and two carbon atoms.

Origin:

1930s: from epi- 'in addition' + oxide

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