-onium

suffix — 2 senses

-onium

suffix

Etymology From onium or -on + -ium.

1

Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Physics Morpheme, Particle Designating an onium particle.

-onium

suffix

Etymology From onium.

1

Chemistry, Natural sciences, Physical sciences Morpheme Used to form the name of polyatomic cations. Common examples are quaternary ammonium compounds used as neuromuscular blocking agents, cholinergic agents, anticholinergic agents, antibacterials/antiseptics, or other agents.

  • Alternative form: -ium

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