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chemistry
noun chem·is·try \ˈke-mə-strē\
: a science that deals with the structure and properties of substances and with the changes that they go through
: the structure and properties of a substance : the way a substance changes and reacts with other substances
: a strong attraction between people
plural chem·is·tries
Full Definition of CHEMISTRY
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: a science that deals with the composition, structure, and properties of substances and with the transformations that they undergo
2
a : the composition and chemical properties of a substance <the chemistry of iron> b : chemical processes and phenomena (as of an organism) <blood chemistry>
3
a : a strong mutual attraction, attachment, or sympathy <they have a special chemistry> b : interaction between people working together; specifically : such interaction when harmonious or effective <a team lacking chemistry>
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First Known Use of CHEMISTRY
1646
CHEMISTRY Defined for Kids
chemistry
noun chem·is·try \ˈke-mə-strē\
Definition of CHEMISTRY for Kids
1
: a science that deals with the composition and properties of substances and of the changes they undergo
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: chemical composition and properties <the chemistry of food>
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chemistry
noun chem·is·try \ˈkem-ə-strē\
plural chem·is·tries
Medical Definition of CHEMISTRY
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: a science that deals with the composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the transformations that they undergo
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a : the composition and chemical properties of a substance <the chemistry of hemoglobin> b : chemical processes and phenomena (as of an organism) <blood chemistry>
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