phospham

/ˈfɒsfəmaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of chemical compound, often used in the production of fertilizers

“The agricultural company used phosphamides to increase crop yields.”

2. noun

a class of compounds used in medicine, especially as a treatment for certain types of cancer

“The doctor prescribed a phosphamide to treat the patient’s leukemia.”

Synonyms

  • nitrogen fertilizer
  • phosphorus compound

Antonyms

  • non-phosphorus compound
  • soil conditioner