How do you pronounce compound?

compound is pronounced as /ˈkɑːmpaʊnd/.

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compound

⚗️compound

noun

/ˈkɑːmpaʊnd/

B2 Upper Intermediate

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Meaning

a thing that is composed of two or more separate elements; an enclosed area with buildings

Example Sentences

The scientist studied the chemical compound in the lab.

Example Expressions

compound interest

Synonyms

mixture, combination, blend, complex

Antonyms

element, simple

Collocations

chemical compound, compound interest, compound sentence

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