hyalogen

/haɪˈɒlədʒən/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of gas that contains a halogen, particularly a mixture of hydrogen and a halogen such as chlorine or fluorine.

“The hyalogen compounds are used in various industrial processes.”

2. noun

A compound that contains hydrogen and a halogen.

“The hyalogen in the sample was analyzed using a specialized instrument.”

Synonyms

  • halide
  • halogen compound

Antonyms

  • alkaline compound
  • non-halogen compound