halogen

noun

hal·o·gen | \ ˈha-lə-jən

Definition of halogen

(Entry 1 of 2)

: any of the five elements fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine, and astatine that form part of group VIIA of the periodic table and exist in the free state normally as diatomic molecules

halogen

adjective

Definition of halogen (Entry 2 of 2)

: containing, using, or being a halogen a halogen lamp

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Recent Examples on the Web: Noun The presence of the basic halogen lights on lower trim models, which received a Poor rating, prevented the F-150 from elevating to the highest Top Safety Pick+ award. — Caleb Miller, Car and Driver, 12 Oct. 2021 The basement vibrated with the buzz of halogen work lights and air filters tethered to gasoline generators on the sidewalk. — Justin Beal, Curbed, 11 Sep. 2021 According to the manufacturer, these Lepower lights can save you more than 80% on your electricity bill when compared to traditional halogen light bulbs. — Martha Sorren, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2021 The trumpets herald him with a halogen-bright E-major chord, which is then taken up by glockenspiel, crotales, xylophone, and sustained high strings. — Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 9 Aug. 2021 Both bromine and chlorine are halogen elements that are chemically related, but exist in different states of matter at room temperature—chlorine is a gas, while bromine is a liquid. — Caroline Delbert, Popular Mechanics, 6 May 2021 Incandescent and halogen lightbulbs can be thrown away in your household trash. — Washington Post, 6 July 2021 On Friday, the parking lot was packed and the interior of Frankie's was awash in neon and halogen. — Alicia Wallace, CNN, 30 June 2021 The halogen headlight bulb may dislodge during replacement and contact other vehicle components, possibly causing them to melt. — Detroit Free Press, 5 June 2021 Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective While halogen filaments deliver 360-degree illumination, LED bulbs typically emit light with a pair of back-to-back 180-degree planes. — Daniel Gray, Ars Technica, 16 Mar. 2020 On Home Depot’s website, the group found different prices quoted for paint, light bulbs, toilet paper, caulk guns, halogen floor lamps, screwdrivers and more. — Levi Sumagaysay, The Mercury News, 25 June 2019 Test Results: Maximum Cubby Storage Exterior Measurement Comparisons Every 124 Spider comes standard with a manual softtop that’s effortless to fold down, plus halogen headlights and LED taillights. — Car and Driver, 2 Nov. 2017

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halogen

noun

halo·gen | \ ˈhal-ə-jən

Medical Definition of halogen

: any of the five elements fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine, and astatine that form part of group VII A of the periodic table and exist in the free state normally as diatomic molecules