monoxide
pronunciation
How to pronounce monoxide in British English:
UK [mɒ'nɒksaɪd]
How to pronounce monoxide in American English:
US [məˈnɑkˌsaɪd]
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- Noun:
- an oxide containing just one atom of oxygen in the molecule
Word Origin
- monoxide (n.)
- "oxide with one oxygen atom in each molecule," 1869, from mono- + oxide.
Example
- 1. Carbon monoxide is a dangerous product of fire .
- 2. Carbon monoxide and searing temperatures hindered rescue efforts .
- 3. Carbon monoxide gets a bad rap .
- 4. All of them breathing carbon monoxide and eating cheese popcorn with their dog .
- 5. Carbon monoxide is a good tracer for moving smoke plumes , even across large distances .