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phosphine

noun
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As a noun, phosphine means a toxic gas, chemical formula PH3.

Meanings of phosphine

4 meanings

noun

  1. inorganic compoundA toxic gas, chemical formula PH3.

  2. organic chemistryAny alkyl or aryl derivative of this compound, PR3 (where at least one R is not H),

  3. dyeingChrysaniline, often in the form of a salt.

  4. A colorless gas with a strong fishy smell; used as a pesticide

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