monoxide

American  

[mon-ok-sahyd, muh-nok-] / mɒnˈɒk saɪd, məˈnɒk- /

noun

Chemistry.

1. an oxide containing one oxygen atom in each molecule.

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monoxide British  

/ mɒˈnɒksaɪd /

noun

1. an oxide that contains one oxygen atom per molecule

   carbon monoxide, CO

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monoxide Scientific  

/ mə-nŏk′sīd′ /

1. A compound consisting of two elements, one of which is a single oxygen atom. Carbon monoxide, for example, contains a carbon atom bound to a single oxygen atom.

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Etymology

Origin of monoxide

First recorded in 1865–70; mon- + oxide

Example Sentences

Earlier observations also detected carbon monoxide gas around the star, indicating that these objects are rich in volatile materials and closely resemble the icy comets found in our own solar system.

From Science Daily

The department has warned against using gas stoves, grills and generators indoors, saying power outages can increase the risks of carbon monoxide exposure.

From Los Angeles Times

The department also cautioned people from using gas stoves, grills and generators indoors because power outages can increase the risks of carbon monoxide exposure.

From Los Angeles Times

He wanted to become part of a growing industry aimed at removing carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide from the environment.

From MarketWatch

A Scottish local authority is facing nearly 30 damages claims from families following a carbon monoxide leak at one of its primary schools.

From BBC