peroxy
[ puh-rok-see ]
/ pəˈrɒk si /
adjective Chemistry.
containing the peroxy group.
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Definition for peroxy (2 of 2)
peroxy-
a combining form used in the names of chemical compounds in which the peroxy group is present: peroxyborate.
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British Dictionary definitions for peroxy
peroxy-
esp for inorganic compounds peroxo-
combining form
indicating the presence of the peroxide group, -O–O-peroxysulphuric acid Also (not in technical usage): per-
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Medical definitions for peroxy
peroxy
[ pə-rŏk′sē ]
adj.
Containing the bivalent group O2.
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