chemical

adjective

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Pronunciation: /ˈkɛm.ɪ.kəl/

Etymology: From New Latin chēmicus + -al.

Of or relating to chemistry.
“chemical experiments”
“the chemical properties of iron”
Of or relating to a material or processes not commonly found in nature or in a particular product.
Of or relating to alchemy.

Etymology: From New Latin chēmicus + -al.

Any specific chemical element or chemical compound or alloy.
“Hydrogen and sulphur are both chemicals.”
An artificial chemical compound.
“I color my hair with henna, not chemicals.”
“CSPI says the Trump Administration could take steps to protect consumers from each of these chemicals and support FDA’s broader post-market assessment efforts. It could ensure that FDA sets health-protective limits on heavy metals, like lead, arsenic, and cadmium, in foods consumed by children.”
An addictive drug.