carbon

noun
ˈkɑː.bən

Meaning

The chemical element of atomic number 6, occurring as diamond, graphite, and charcoal.
The chemical element of atomic number 6.
a chemical element found in all living things and used as fuel when combined with oxygen

Example Sentences

Carbon emissions must be controlled.

Carbon is essential for life on Earth.

Carbon is an essential element for life on Earth.

Example Expressions

carbon footprint

Synonyms

element, substance, gas, compound, graphite, coal, diamond
Entry 1
element, substance
Entry 2
element, gas, compound
Entry 3
element, graphite, coal, diamond

Antonyms

hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, helium
Entry 1
hydrogen, oxygen
Entry 2
oxygen, nitrogen, helium
Entry 3
oxygen, hydrogen

Collocations

carbon dioxide, carbon footprint, carbon copy, carbon emission

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