CEFR C1

sulphide

noun

Meaning

A compound containing sulfur and at least one other element, especially one in which sulfur has a negative oxidation state.

Examples

The soil was rich in iron sulphide.
Many volcanic gases contain hydrogen sulphide.

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sulphide (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈsʌlfaɪd/

Definition

A compound containing sulfur and at least one other element, especially one in which sulfur has a negative oxidation state.

Examples

The soil was rich in iron sulphide.
Many volcanic gases contain hydrogen sulphide.
The analysis revealed the presence of lead sulphide.

How to Use sulphide

sulphide of (prepositional phrase): indicating the element combined with sulfur — "The sample contained sulphide of zinc."

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