organic compound
noun
Pronunciation: ɔːrˈɡænɪk ˈkɒmpaʊnd
Definition
A chemical substance containing carbon atoms covalently bonded to hydrogen, and often other elements like oxygen, nitrogen, or sulfur.
Examples
Glucose is a fundamental organic compound that provides energy to cells.
Scientists discovered a unique organic compound in the soil sample from the rainforest.
Most plastics are synthetic versions of a naturally occurring organic compound.
Synonyms of organic compound
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