adj
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ionic
eye-O-nihk
Ionic (adj) means relating to or made up of ions. Example: “Table salt is held together by ionic bonds.”
adj
1
Relating to or made up of ions.
"Table salt is held together by ionic bonds."
2
Relating to a classical Greek architectural style marked by columns with scroll-shaped capitals.
"The museum's facade features tall Ionic columns."
How to use ionic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither relating to electrically charged particles (ions), or to a Greek style of column with scroll-like tops.
Common pairings
ionic bond
ionic column
ionic compound
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Etymology
This comes from Ancient Greek ἰωνικός (iōnikós, "related to Ionians").
Antonyms
nonionic
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What does “ionic” mean?
The word “ionic” means relating to or made up of ions. In plain terms, either relating to electrically charged particles (ions), or to a Greek style of column with scroll-like tops.
How do you pronounce “ionic”?
“Ionic” is pronounced eye-O-nihk (/aɪˈɒnɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “ionic” in a sentence?
Here is “ionic” used in a sentence: “Table salt is held together by ionic bonds.”
What part of speech is “ionic”?
“Ionic” is an adjective.
Is “ionic” a common word?
“Ionic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “ionic” have?
“Ionic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to or made up of ions.
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