The meaning of COMPOUND is something formed by a union of elements or parts; especially : a distinct substance formed by chemical union of two or more ingredients in definite proportion by weight.

a word that combines two or more different words. Often, the meaning of the compound cannot be discovered by knowing the meaning of the different words that form it. Compounds may be written …

The atoms in a compound are bonded together by strong chemical bonds, such as ionic or covalent bonds, which give the compound its unique structure and properties.

To compound a problem, difficulty, or mistake means to make it worse by adding to it.

Definition of compound noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Law to agree, for a consideration, not to prosecute or punish a wrongdoer for: to compound a crime or felony. Business to pay (interest) on the accrued interest as well as the principal: My bank …

Chemistry A substance made up of two or more elements joined by chemical bonds into a molecule. The elements are combined in a definite ratio. Water, for example, is a compound having two hydrogen …

COMPOUND definition: composed of two or more parts, elements, or ingredients. See examples of compound used in a sentence.

COMPOUND meaning: 1 : something that is formed by combining two or more parts; 2 : a substance created when the atoms of two or more chemical elements join together

compound noun [C] (GRAMMAR) a noun, verb, or adjective that is made by two or more words used together. For example, ' golf club ' is a compound.