Meaning of the word covalent in English

What does covalent mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

covalent

US /koʊˈveɪ.lənt/
UK /kəʊˈveɪ.lənt/

Adjective

relating to or denoting a chemical bond formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms

Example:
Water molecules are held together by covalent bonds.
A covalent bond is typically stronger than an ionic bond.
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