dioxide
(di-ox-ide)
3 syllables
Definition
noun. a chemical compound containing two oxygen atoms.
Example Sentence
Solid carbon dioxide is commonly called dry ice.
More Example Sentences
Plants need carbon dioxide for photosynthesis.
Synonyms
none; carbon dioxide; dioxide gas
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dioxide
Rhymes
- dockside
- oxide
- dioxide
- peroxide
- superoxide