hydroxide
0 antonyms and opposites of hydroxide, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A negatively charged ion made of one oxygen and one hydrogen atom (OH⁻), or any compound containing it.
How to use hydroxide
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Built from "hydro-" (water/hydrogen) plus "oxide."
Full origin of hydroxide →Frequently asked questions
What does “hydroxide” mean?
The word “hydroxide” means a negatively charged ion made of one oxygen and one hydrogen atom (OH⁻), or any compound containing it. In plain terms, a chemical group made of oxygen and hydrogen, found in many bases and cleaning products.
How do you pronounce “hydroxide”?
“Hydroxide” is pronounced heye-DROKS-yd (/haɪˈdɹɒks.aɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “hydroxide” in a sentence?
Here is “hydroxide” used in a sentence: “Sodium hydroxide is the main ingredient in many drain cleaners.”
What part of speech is “hydroxide”?
“Hydroxide” is a noun.