Definition

Describing something that has a certain number of parts or members, often used in scientific contexts to refer to structures like rings or groups.

Example

The chemist studied a five-membered compound in the lab.

Conversation

Did you see the new chemistry model they built in class?

Yeah, it's impressive! I heard it’s a six-membered structure.

Exactly! I think it really helps us understand the concept better.

For sure! Visuals like that make learning so much easier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Membered → It is formed from "member" (from Old French *membre*, meaning a part or limb) and "-ed" (a suffix used to form the past tense or to indicate a state). The word "membered" refers to being composed of parts or limbs.

Memory Tip

Think of 'member' as a part or limb, and remember that 'membered' means being made up of those parts.

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