Definitions

1. noun

A suffix used in chemistry to denote a chloride compound or a greenish-yellow color.

“The chemist studied the properties of chlor compounds in her research paper.”

2. prefix

A prefix used in chemistry and other fields to denote a greenish-yellow color or a chloride compound.

“The term chlorophyll refers to the green pigment found in plants.”

3. verb

To add chlorine or a chloride compound to something.

“The water treatment plant chlorinated the water supply to kill bacteria.”