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English word origin

Etymology of chem

Clippings.

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Unnumbered source etymology

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adj

Clipping of chemical.

noun

Clipping of chemistry (“branch of natural science”), usually referring to the subject or the department. · Clipping of chemical. · A chemical weapon. · A recreational drug.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clippings.

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  • Root classification mention*ǵʰew-ine-pro
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