Etymology

1. phosphorous

adjective. ['ˈfɑːsfɝəs'] containing or characteristic of phosphorus.

Etymology

  • -ous (English)
  • phosphorus (English)
  • phosphorus (Latin)

Rhymes with Phosphorous

  • phosphorus

Sentences with phosphorous


1. Adjective
Sediment will form as the phosphorous in the water binds with the alum powder.