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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Any hydride in which normal hydrogen is replaced by deuterium.

Etymology

From deutero- + -ide. From deuterium, from Ancient Greek δεύτερος (deúteros, “second”).

Related phrases

lithium deuteride

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