Main Entry: chem·is·try

Pronunciation: \ˈke-mə-strē\

Function: noun

Inflected Form(s): plural chem·is·tries

Date: 1646

1 : a science that deals with the composition, structure, and properties of substances and with the transformations that they undergo
2 a : the composition and chemical properties of a substance <the chemistry of iron> b : chemical processes and phenomena (as of an organism) <blood chemistry>
3 a : a strong mutual attraction, attachment, or sympathy <they have a special chemistry> b : interaction between people working together; specifically : such interaction when harmonious or effective <a team lacking chemistry>