as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
mixed the chemicals together to form a new compound
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as in amalgamated
made from the joining of two or more parts or elements
a compound word
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as in to increase
to make greater in size, amount, or number
we compounded our error by waiting too long to call for help
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as in to connect
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
the German language's propensity for compounding words
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Recent Examples of compound
Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
The Long Road to Self-Assembly Previous research explored many avenues toward self-assembly, such as trying to build computers from molecules or using DNA or other compounds to assemble components.
—IEEE Spectrum, 17 Dec. 2024
Janakiram Msv, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
The Thai luxury goods market is estimated to be worth $3.4 billion in 2024, and is forecast to register a compound annual growth rate of 3.4 percent between now and 2029, according to market research firm Statista.
—Joelle Diderich, WWD, 22 Nov. 2024
Claire Thornton, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
More turnover creates more uncertainty, and a big jump in companies naming interim leaders only compounds that.
—Jason Lalljee, Axios, 20 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Derived from trees belonging to the Cinnamomum genus, cinnamon bark contains potassium, manganese, and calcium, along with protective polyphenols, or plant compounds with antioxidant properties.
—Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
The Long Road to Self-Assembly Previous research explored many avenues toward self-assembly, such as trying to build computers from molecules or using DNA or other compounds to assemble components.
—IEEE Spectrum, 17 Dec. 2024
Adjective
According to Markets and Markets, the global vector database market is projected to grow from $1.5 billion in 2023 to $4.3 billion by 2028, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 23.3%.
—Janakiram Msv, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
The Thai luxury goods market is estimated to be worth $3.4 billion in 2024, and is forecast to register a compound annual growth rate of 3.4 percent between now and 2029, according to market research firm Statista.
—Joelle Diderich, WWD, 22 Nov. 2024
Verb
New noises and people in the home can compound and boil over into doggy chaos, Bernal said, but the good news is a lot of stressors can be prevented or managed.
—Claire Thornton, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
More turnover creates more uncertainty, and a big jump in companies naming interim leaders only compounds that.
—Jason Lalljee, Axios, 20 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compound
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Bring mixture to a boil, stirring almost constantly, and let simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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Gluten is a mixture of two types of plant protein: prolamine and glutenin, combined with starch to form the protein reserve in the grain of certain cereals, notably wheat (80%).Marie Bladt, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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Back in their home town of Memphis, the band half-heartedly worked up a few new songs and fought among themselves with increasing ferocity.Mitch Therieau, The New Yorker, 27 Dec. 2024
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Triller’s entry onto NASDAQ and its substantial backers has earned it increasing attention.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
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The restaurant’s design and decor are also connected to something close to many Polynesian hearts: sustainability.Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, when booking with Regent Hotels & Resorts, guests are connected with Experience Agents to make the guest’s journey seamless with attention to detail and discreet, anticipatory service.Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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With its lightweight blend of green tea and lime extracts, Authentic Beauty Concept's Best of Beauty-winning Amplify Mousse is ideal for zhushing up finer curl patterns and ensuring your look holds all day.Sarah Hoffmann, Allure, 22 Dec. 2024
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For me, trying snacks is a blend of finding inspiration for my company, and also treasure hunting for those small moments of indulgences throughout the week.Lia Picard, New York Times, 21 Dec. 2024
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Other technical features include a nine-speed automatic gearbox, all-wheel drive, rear-wheel steering, ceramic composite brakes, and a suspension system with semi-active hydraulic roll stabilization.Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 9 Dec. 2024
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Boone was a 4-star prospect out of Sumter, S.C., rated the nation’s No. 28 defensive lineman and No. 201 overall recruit in the 2021 class, according to 247Sports composite rankings.Edgar Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 2 Dec. 2024
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While poverty is still very visible in rural areas, Morocco accelerates with its building plans, most notably the Grand Stade Hassan II.Simon Hughes, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
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The Butler comeback was accelerated by 7-footer Andre Screen, who tied his career-high with four blocks in the game’s first 18 minutes.Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 21 Dec. 2024
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This James Beard Award winner and America’s 50 Best destination is a worthy stop on any New Orleans cocktail crawl, coupling classic techniques with seasonal flavors.Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
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From a content point of view, rights holders should leverage their existing catalog, and couple it with a proper short form video windowing strategy, as a first step into a short form video journey.Paul Pastor, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
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The bike is equipped with slick tires and lightweight alloy wheels.New Atlas, New Atlas, 9 Dec. 2024
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This prototype rides on center-lock alloy wheels (19 inches at the front, 20 inches at the rear), but production cars will have 959-style magnesium rims.Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 4 Dec. 2024
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“Compound.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compound. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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