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/ˈaɪən/ noun · British & US
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What does ion mean?

noun

A small particle with a positive or negative electric charge. In chemistry, an atom or group of atoms that has gained or lost electrons to form ions.

Example

"The scientist studied the properties of the ion in the laboratory."

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