P (Noun)

Meaning 1

A multivalent nonmetallic element of the nitrogen family that occurs commonly in inorganic phosphate rocks and as organic phosphates in all living cells; is highly reactive and occurs in several allotropic forms.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Examples

  • Phosphorus is an essential element for plant growth and is often applied to soil as a fertilizer.
  • The laboratory was equipped to handle the highly reactive properties of phosphorus.
  • Phosphorus is a key component of DNA and RNA molecules in all living cells.
  • The extraction of phosphorus from phosphate rocks is a complex process that requires careful control.
  • White phosphorus is a highly toxic and reactive allotrope that is often used in military applications.

Synonyms

  • Phosphorus
  • Atomic Number 15

Hypernyms

  • Chemical Element

Meaning 2

The 16th letter of the Roman alphabet.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

  • The letter p is the 16th letter of the Roman alphabet and is often used to represent the sound of a puff of air.
  • In the alphabet song, the letter p is sung after the letter o.
  • The letter p is a popular letter in many English words, including "pizza" and "piano".
  • In phonetics, the letter p is classified as a voiceless bilabial stop.
  • The uppercase version of the letter p is often used as a symbol in mathematics and physics.

Synonyms

  • P

Hypernyms

  • Alphabetic Character
  • Letter Of The Alphabet
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