phos·phine

(fŏs′fēn′)

1. A colorless, spontaneously flammable poisonous gas, PH₃, having a fishy odor and used as a fumigant and as a doping agent for solid-state components. Also called phosphane.

2. Any of several organic compounds having the structure of an amine but with phosphorus in place of nitrogen.

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phosphine

(ˈfɒsfiːn)

(Elements & Compounds) a colourless flammable gas that is slightly soluble in water and has a strong fishy odour: used as a pesticide. Formula: PH3

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phos•phine

(ˈfɒs fin, -fɪn)

n.

1. a colorless, poisonous, ill-smelling, flammable gas, PH₃.

2. any of certain organic derivatives of this compound.

[1870–75]

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Noun

phosphine - a colorless gas with a strong fishy smell; used as a pesticide

gas - a fluid in the gaseous state having neither independent shape nor volume and being able to expand indefinitely

pesticide - a chemical used to kill pests (as rodents or insects)

Translations

phosphine

[ˈfɒsfiːn] N → fosfino m

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Quoting the PFSA report, the DIG said: 'Phosphine is an extremely poisonous gas and it is widely used as an agriculture fumigant.'

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