English dictionary
bromine
/'br/oU/m/i/n/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a nonmetallic heavy volatile corrosive dark brown liquid element belonging to the halogens; found in sea water
Source: WordNet 3.0
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One of the elements, related in its chemical qualities to chlorine and iodine. Atomic weight 79.8. Symbol Br. It is a deep reddish brown liquid of a very disagreeable odor, emitting a brownish vapor at the ordinary temperature. In combination it is found in minute quantities in sea water, and in many saline springs. It occurs also in the mineral bromyrite.
Source: webster1913