polychlorinated

English

Etymology

From poly- +‎ chlorinated.

Adjective

polychlorinated (not comparable)

1. (chemistry) Having many hydrogen atoms replaced by chlorine.
   • 1986, Valerie M. Thom, “Coastal habitats”, in Birds in Scotland, London: T & AD Poyser, published 2011, →ISBN, page 25:

     Another environmental factor thought to be affecting some coastal birds, although comparatively little is yet known about its extent or origin, is the presence of marine pollutants such as polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and toxic heavy metals.

Derived terms

• polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB)
• polychlorinated naphthalene (PCN)