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sulphurs

The correct spelling is sulphurs.

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noun

Say it like: Sul-fur-s

The correct spelling is sulphurs. A chemical element (symbol S) with an atomic number of 16.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A chemical element (symbol S) with an atomic number of 16.
  2. 2.A yellowish green colour, like that of sulfur.
  3. 3.Any of various pierid butterflies of the subfamily Coliadinae, especially the sulphur coloured species. Compare yellow.

verb

  1. 1.To treat with sulfur, or a sulfur compound, especially to preserve or to counter agricultural pests.

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