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compound
Definition:
(nou) a whole formed by a union of two or more elements or parts (nou) a substance formed by chemical union of two or more elements or ingredients in definite proportion by weight (nou) an enclosure of residences and other building (especially in the Orient)
Phonetic Transcription:
kəmˈpaʊnd
Examples:
This compound is a mix of various substances.
The leaves are shiny and compound.
This compound is the photodetector of the method.
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