fluor

/ˈfloʊər/

Definitions

1. noun

a yellowish-white mineral consisting of hydrofluorosilicic acid

“The geologist analyzed the fluor composition of the newly discovered mine.”

2. noun

a chemical element of the halogen group, with the symbol F and atomic number 9

“The scientist studied the properties of fluor in the context of nuclear reactions.”

Synonyms

  • element
  • halogen

Antonyms

  • gas
  • nonmetal