polyoxide

/pɒliˈɒksaid/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of compound that contains multiple oxides, especially in the context of metal oxides.

“The polyoxide was used to create a strong and durable ceramic material.”

2. noun

A type of oxide that is composed of multiple oxygen atoms.

“The researchers studied the properties of the polyoxide molecule.”

Synonyms

  • oxide compound
  • polymer

Antonyms

  • reductant