Definitions

1. noun

a reddish-brown, highly toxic, corrosive, nonmetallic element that is a halogen and is used in disinfectants and as a source of bromates.

“The lab was using bromine to purify the water sample.”

2. noun

a salt of bromine, such as potassium bromide or sodium bromide.

“The doctor prescribed a bromine salt to alleviate the patient’s symptoms.”

3. chemistry

a chemical element with the symbol Br and atomic number 35.

“Bromine is a key component in many disinfectants and sanitizers.”