phosphorane en · NOUN
Etymology
Etymology tree English phosphor Proto-Indo-European *-nós Proto-Italic *-nos Proto-Italic *-ānos Latin -ānusder. English -ane English phosphorane From phosphor + -ane.
Meanings
- the hydride of phosphorus PH₅ and any of its hydrocarbyl derivatives
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| phosphoranes | Number=Plur | lexicographic |