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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

nitride

/ˈnaɪtraɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does nitride mean?

noun

A chemical compound that contains nitrogen, especially one that is highly reactive and often used in the production of semiconductors and other electronic materials.

Example

"The new semiconductor factory will produce nitride-based materials for use in high-speed electronics."

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