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SULFUR

(noun, verb, adj.)

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There are 3 meanings of the word Sulfur.

How to pronounce sulfur:

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Sulfur - as a noun

An abundant tasteless odorless multivalent nonmetallic element; best known in yellow crystals; occurs in many sulphide and sulphate minerals and even in native form (especially in volcanic regions)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
atomic number 16ssulphur12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
chemical elementelement9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Sulfur - as a verb

Treat with sulphur in order to preserve

Example: "These dried fruits are sulphured"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sulphur12

Sulfur - as an adjective

Of a yellowish green colour, like that of sulfur.

Example Sentences

"The volcano emitted large amounts of sulfur."
"The rotten eggs smelled strongly of sulfur."
"Some hot springs are known for their high sulfur content."
"The burning of coal releases sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere."
"They discovered a deposit of sulfur in the mountains."
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Word Game Points

Is SULFUR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sulfur is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SULFUR has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is SULFUR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sulfur is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SULFUR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is SULFUR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sulfur is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SULFUR has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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