-onium

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See also: onium

English

Etymology

From onium or -on +‎ -ium.

Suffix

-onium

  1. (particle physics) Designating an onium particle.
  2. (pharmacology) Used to form names of quaternary ammonium compounds used as neuromuscular blocking agents, cholinergic agents, anticholinergic agents, antibacterials/antiseptics, or other agents.
    Alternative form: -ium

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Pronunciation

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-onium

  1. -onium

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