Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ferro
Adjective
/ˈfɛroʊ/
Definition
A term used to refer to iron or iron compounds.
Examples
- The ferro alloys are essential in steelmaking.
- Ferrocyanide is used in various chemical reactions.
Meaning
Ferro is often used in scientific contexts to describe materials or compounds that contain iron or are related to iron in some way.
Synonyms
- Iron
- Ferric
- Ferrous
