boron Meaning & Definition
/ˈbɔːˌɹɒn/
What Does Boron Mean?
As a noun, boron means The chemical element (symbol B) with an atomic number of 5, which is a metalloid found in its pure form as a dark amorphous powder. An atom of this element. It is also used to mean An atom of this element.
Boron: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈbɔːˌɹɒn/ |
| Synonyms | atomic number 5 and b |
| Plural | borons |
Boron Definition (Noun)
- The chemical element (symbol B) with an atomic number of 5, which is a metalloid found in its pure form as a dark amorphous powder. An atom of this element.
- An atom of this element.
Noun
- The chemical element (symbol B) with an atomic number of 5, which is a metalloid found in its pure form as a dark amorphous powder.
- A single atom of this element.
Synonyms of Boron
atomic number 5b
Boron synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
boron (usually uncountable, plural borons)
Words That Rhyme With Boron
Origin of Boron
From the stem of borax (boro-) + -on (based on carbon). Coined by British chemist Humphry Davy as a modification of his earlier word boracium.
Questions People Ask About Boron
What part of speech is boron?
Boron is a noun.
What is another word for boron?
Close synonyms of boron are atomic number 5 and b. See the full list of boron synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of boron?
The plural of boron is borons.