English / word
molecule
noun B1MEANING IN ENGLISH
a group of atoms bonded together, representing the smallest fundamental unit of a chemical compound
The smallest unit of a chemical compound that retains its chemical properties.; The smallest unit of a chemical compound that retains its chemical properties.
In context
01
A water molecule consists of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom.
02
Scientists examine how complex molecules interact in medicine.
Synonyms
particle,atom,compound
Antonyms
macromolecule,bulk
Collocations
water molecule,molecule structure,molecule formation