triatomic

adjective

tri·atom·ic ˌtrī-ə-ˈtä-mik

: having three atoms in the molecule

ozone is triatomic oxygen

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First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of triatomic was in 1862

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“Triatomic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/triatomic. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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Kids Definition

triatomic

adjective

tri·atom·ic ˌtrī-ə-ˈtäm-ik

: having three atoms in the molecule

ozone is triatomic oxygen

Medical Definition

triatomic

adjective

tri·atom·ic ˌtrī-ə-ˈtäm-ik

: having three atoms in the molecule

ozone is triatomic oxygen

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