tributyltin

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noun

The organic derivative of stannane tributylstannane

UncommonScrabble 16

Meanings

nountributyltin (plural tributyltins)

plural tributyltins

  1. chemistryThe organic derivative of stannane tributylstannane
  2. chemistryAny of many derivatives of this compound that are used as biocides

Origin

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tributyltin. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/tributyltin

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Chicago

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