Definition and Synonyms for Phosphorous

Definition of Phosphorous

phosphorus
Noun
derivation
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1. a multivalent nonmetallic element of the nitrogen family that occurs commonly in inorganic phosphate rocks and as organic phosphates in all living cells; is highly reactive and occurs in several allotropic forms
phosphorus
Noun
pertainym
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1. a multivalent nonmetallic element of the nitrogen family that occurs commonly in inorganic phosphate rocks and as organic phosphates in all living cells; is highly reactive and occurs in several allotropic forms

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Etymology for phosphorous