WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

	Enter your search terms Submit search form
	Web www.wordnet-online.com

Definitions from the Web

Bromine - The versatile chemical element

Definition:

Bromine is a reddish-brown chemical element (Br) belonging to the halogens group of the periodic table. It has the atomic number 35 and is the only nonmetallic element that is liquid at room temperature.

Parts of speech:

• Noun
• Adjective

Senses:

Noun:

Sense 1: A chemical element that is a reddish-brown liquid at room temperature, used in various industrial applications such as flame retardants and water disinfection.

Sample sentence: The pool cleaner added bromine to the water to kill any bacteria.

Related products: Amazon search for bromine products

Adjective:

Sense 1: Relating to or derived from bromine.

Sample sentence: The bromine compound gave the solution a distinct odor.

Related products: Amazon search for bromine compounds