monobasic

/ˌmɒnoʊˈbæsɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a single base or radical; monovalent.

“The chemist studied the monobasic compounds to understand their properties.”

2. noun

A monobasic acid or compound that has one replaceable hydrogen atom.

“The researcher analyzed the monobasic acid in the sample to determine its concentration.”

Synonyms

  • monovalent
  • single

Antonyms

  • divalent
  • polybasic