Definitions

1. noun

A cyclic organic compound with three carbon atoms linked by a double bond between two of the carbon atoms and a three-membered ring of three carbon atoms, often used as a chemical intermediate in the production of various polymers.

“The chemist worked with epoxides to develop a new type of plastic.”

2. noun

A compound that contains an epoxide group.

“The researcher studied the properties of various epoxides to understand their reactivity.”

3. verb

To treat or convert a chemical into an epoxide.

“The epoxide was produced by oxidizing the starting material.”