Meaning of organophosphate | Babel Free
Definitions
Any ester of phosphoric acid or its derivatives, especially one used as an insecticide or herbicide.
Equivalents
Español
organofosfato
Italiano
organofosfato
Examples
“Like⟳ other nerve agents, they are organophosphate compounds, but the chemicals used to make⟳ novichoks, and their final structures, are considered classified in the UK, the US and other countries.”
“The paper found high levels of phased-out flame retardants like⟳ PCBs and PBDEs, as well as allegedly safe, newer replacements chemicals, such as chlorinated paraffins and organophosphates, across the globe.”
CEFR level
C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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