anion
a negatively charged ion, as one attracted to the anode in electrolysis.
any negatively charged atom or group of atoms (opposed to cation).
Origin of anion
1Other words from anion
- an·i·on·ic [an-ahy-on-ik], /ˌæn aɪˈɒn ɪk/, adjective
- an·i·on·i·cal·ly, adverb
Words Nearby anion
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How to use anion in a sentence
It will be noticed that in neutralization the anion of the acid and the cation of the base are not changed.
An Elementary Study of Chemistry | William McPhersonThe king repaired in state to the temple of anion, seized the priests who professed these seditious beliefs, and burnt them alive.
The Nile beyond surrounded an island, where flourished the well-kept sacred grove of anion.
Uarda, Complete | Georg EbersIn a few minutes the priest of anion and the chief of the kolchytes were being carried towards the valley in their litters.
Uarda, Complete | Georg EbersIn this the heart shall be preserved till a new ram offered by a worthy hand enters the herd of anion.
Uarda, Complete | Georg Ebers
British Dictionary definitions for anion
/ (ˈænˌaɪən) /
a negatively charged ion; an ion that is attracted to the anode during electrolysis: Compare cation
Origin of anion
1Derived forms of anion
- anionic (ˌænaɪˈɒnɪk), adjective
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Scientific definitions for anion
[ ăn′ī′ən ]
An ion with net negative charge, having more electrons than protons. In electrolysis, anions migrate to a positively charged anode. Compare cation.
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