Synonyms for
Monoxide
Definition
a compound containing one atom of oxygen and one atom of another element, especially a gas that is poisonous when inhaled
Synonyms & similar words
Common collocations
- carbon monoxide
- carbon monoxide poisoning
- monoxide gas
- nitrogen monoxide
- sulfur monoxide
Word family
noun monoxide
Usage note
Monoxide is a chemical term referring to a compound containing one atom of oxygen. It is most commonly encountered in the context of 'carbon monoxide'.
Example sentences
- The fire produced monoxide gas which caused people to feel dizzy.
- It is important to have a carbon monoxide detector in your home to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
- The industrial plant emitted nitrogen monoxide into the air, causing pollution.
- The doctor warned the patient about the dangers of inhaling monoxide gas.
- The garage had poor ventilation which led to a buildup of toxic monoxide gas.
Quotes
The only thing that scares me more than space aliens is the idea that there aren't any space aliens. We can't be the best that creation has to offer. I pray we're not all there is. If so, we're in big trouble.
I have a fear of monoxide gas because it can kill you without you even knowing it.
Monoxide gas is a silent killer that can be prevented with the use of a carbon monoxide detector.