플루오르와 다른 원소 또는 기가 결합하여 형성된 화합물.
A chemical compound of fluorine with another element or group, typically a salt or an organic compound.
예문:
"Calcium fluoride occurs naturally as the mineral fluorite."
"The researcher analyzed the properties of various organic fluorides."
충치 예방을 위해 수돗물이나 치약에 첨가하는 플루오르화 나트륨 등의 염.
A salt containing fluorine, such as sodium fluoride, added to water supplies or toothpaste to prevent tooth decay.
예문:
"Most dentists recommend using a toothpaste that contains fluoride."
"The city council debated the benefits of adding fluoride to the local water supply."