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Phosphorus
noun
/ˈfɒsfəɹəs/
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Word Frequency:
5.6
Definitions
1.
noun
A chemical element (symbol P) with an atomic number of 15, that exists in several allotropic forms.
2.
noun
Any substance exhibiting phosphorescence; a phosphor
Synonyms
p
atomic number 15
oxychloride
phosphate
tribromide
trichloride
pentoxide
pentachloride
phosphorous
phosphoric
phosphatic
nutrient
Rhymes With
phosphorous
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