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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sulfide

/sʌlfɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does sulfide mean?

noun

A chemical compound that contains sulfur in a -2 oxidation state, typically with a metal or nonmetal. Sulfides are often found in nature and have various industrial applications.

Example

"The mine produced a large quantity of copper sulfide, which was then processed for extraction."

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