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organophosphorus

Pronunciation: /ˌɔːg(ə)nəʊˈfɒsf(ə)rəs/

Definition of organophosphorus

noun

[as modifier]
  • denoting synthetic organic compounds containing phosphorus, especially pesticides and nerve gases of this kind.

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