dioxide
/daɪˈɒksaɪd/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: dioxides
Meaning · English
Any oxide containing two oxygen atoms in each molecule.
Noun
Examples
Discoid lesions and minor subacute involvement may be controlled by freezing with carbon dioxide or a course of atabrine.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “dioxide” mean?
Any oxide containing two oxygen atoms in each molecule.
Is “dioxide” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.