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Halogen
HAL-oh-jen
/ˈhæləˌdʒɛn/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Halogen
Dictionary meaning
One of the group of five chemically related non-metallic elements including fluorine and chlorine.
Examples
- Halogen compounds in refrigerants damaged the ozone layer.
Pronunciation tips
Three syllables. Stress on first syllable.
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