silene Meaning & Definition
What Does Silene Mean?
As a noun, silene means a molecule containing a silicon atom which forms a double bond. It can also mean an organosilene, a molecule containing a silicon atom doubly bonded to a carbon atom.
Silene: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | catchfly and campion |
| Plural | silenes |
Silene Definition (Noun)
- a molecule containing a silicon atom which forms a double bond
- an organosilene, a molecule containing a silicon atom doubly bonded to a carbon atom
- a silicon analog of alkenes containing at least one silicon-silicon double bond.
Noun
- Any of several plants of the genus Silene.
Synonyms of Silene
Silene synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
silene (plural silenes)
Words That Rhyme With Silene
Origin of Silene
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Origin 2: Borrowed from Translingual Silene.
Common Questions About Silene
What part of speech is silene?
Silene is a noun.
What is another word for silene?
You can replace silene with words such as catchfly and campion. See the full list of silene synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of silene?
The plural of silene is silenes.