sulfur compound
nounUK /ˈsʌlfə ˈkɒmpaʊnd/
US /ˈsʌlfər ˈkɑːmpaʊnd/
A sulfur compound is a substance made when sulfur joins with other elements.
The rotten-egg smell came from a sulfur compound in the water.
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2. A chemical compound in which sulfur has a negative oxidation state, such as a sulfide.
Iron sulfide is a sulfur compound found in some rocks.
3. Any of various organic compounds containing sulfur, such as thiols and thioethers.
Garlic gets its strong smell from organic sulfur compounds.
4. A compound used in industry, such as sulfur dioxide produced by burning fuels.
Factories must clean sulfur compounds from their smoke.