tersulphid

/ˈtɜːrsʌlfɪd/; /tərˈsʌlfɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare or obsolete term for a sulphide mineral, especially one containing mercury.

“The geologist spent years studying the tersulphid deposits in the remote mountains.”

2. verb

To reduce or treat with sulphur or a sulphide.

“The chemist tersulphided the metal to create a new compound.”

Synonyms

  • mercurial
  • sulphide

Antonyms

  • non-sulphide
  • oxide