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thionyl Definition

thio·nyl (t̸hī′ə nil)

noun

any of a group of inorganic compounds containing the divalent radical SO

Etymology: < Gr theion, sulfur (see thio-) + -yl

thionyl Usage Examples

Noun used with modifier

  • lithium: They have been manufacturing quality lithium thionyl chloride batteries since 1983 and can produce custom cells if required to suit most applications.