Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or derived from hypochlorous acid or its compounds

“The prechloric acid was used in the experiment due to its strong oxidizing properties.”

2. noun

a compound, especially an acid, that is related to hypochlorous acid

“The scientist studied the properties of prechloric acid in the lab.”

3. adverb

in a manner related to hypochlorous acid or its compounds

“The chemical reaction occurred prechlorically under the influence of the catalyst.”