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Definition of monohalogenated in US English:

monohalogenated

adjective

Chemistry

  • Containing one atom of a halogen substituted for another atom or group (usually hydrogen).

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in Chemical News. From mono- + halogenated.

Pronunciation

monohalogenated

/ˌmɒnə(ʊ)ˈhalədʒəneɪtɪd/