Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
brominate
verb
/ˈbroʊ.mɪ.neɪt/
Definition
To add bromine to a compound, usually in the context of chemistry.
Examples
- The chemist decided to brominate the organic compound to enhance its stability.
- In the lab, they brominated the compound to observe the reaction with other chemicals.
Meaning
Brominate refers to the chemical process of introducing bromine into a molecule, which can modify its properties and reactivity.
Synonyms
- Halogenate
- Add bromine
- Brinate
