Compound
A compound is a substance formed when two or more different elements are chemically bonded together in a fixed ratio, resulting in a new substance with unique properties.
Meanings
- Compound (chemistry): a substance formed from two or more different elements
- Compound (finance): interest calculated on both the principal amount and any accrued interest
- Compound (linguistics): a word made up of two or more words combined to form a new word
- Compound (architecture): a group of buildings or structures that are enclosed by a wall or other barrier