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Definition of Sesquioxide

1. n. An oxide containing three atoms of oxygen with two atoms (or radicals) of some other substance; thus, alumina, Al₂O₃ is a sesquioxide.

Medical Definition of Sesquioxide

1. An oxide containing three atoms of oxygen with two atoms (or radicals) of some other substance; thus, alumina, Al2O3 is a sesquioxide. Origin: Sesqui- + oxide. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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