chemical

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[ˈkɛmɪkl], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- relating to chemistry, or the interactions of substances as studied in chemistry
(e.g: the chemical composition of the atmosphere)


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Origin:
late 16th century: from French chimique or modern Latin chimicus, chymicus, from medieval Latin alchymicus, from alchimia (see alchemy)


[ˈkɛmɪkl], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a distinct compound or substance, especially one which has been artificially prepared or purified
(e.g: never mix disinfectant with other chemicals)


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Origin:
late 16th century: from French chimique or modern Latin chimicus, chymicus, from medieval Latin alchymicus, from alchimia (see alchemy)




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