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ozone

Syllabification: (o·zone)
Pronunciation: /ˈōˌzōn/
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Definition of ozone

noun

  • a colorless unstable toxic gas with a pungent odor and powerful oxidizing properties, formed from oxygen by electrical discharges or ultraviolet light. It differs from normal oxygen (O2) in having three atoms in its molecule (O3).
  • short for ozone layer.
  • informal fresh invigorating air, especially that blowing onto the shore from the sea.

Derivatives

ozonic

Pronunciation: /ōˈzänik/
adjective

Origin:

mid 19th century: from German Ozon, from Greek ozein 'to smell'

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