tributyltin

noun tri·bu·tyl·tin \trī-ˈbyü-t^əl-tən\

Definition of TRIBUTYLTIN

: an organic compound of tin used as a biocide especially in marine antifouling paints

tri- + butyl + ¹tin

First Known Use: 1962

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