Associations to the word «Clathrate»
Wiktionary
CLATHRATE, adjective. (biology) having a lattice-like structure
CLATHRATE, adjective. (chemistry) of an inclusion complex in which molecules of one compound are enclosed within the crystal structure of another
CLATHRATE, noun. (chemistry) a clathrate compound
CLATHRATE COMPOUND, noun. (chemistry) a substance consisting of molecules of one element or compound contained within the cage-like structure of another
CLATHRATE COMPOUNDS, noun. Plural of clathrate compound
Dictionary definition
CLATHRATE, adjective. Having a latticelike structure pierced with holes or windows.
CLATHRATE, adjective. Designating or relating to a compound in which one component is physically enclosed within the crystal structure of another.
Wise words
A word is not a crystal, transparent and unchanged; it is
the skin of a living thought and may vary greatly in color
and content according to the circumstances and time in which
it is used.