Anions
6 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of anion, referring to negatively charged ions that migrate towards the positive electrode during electrolysis.
“Chloride anions flow across the membrane to maintain electrical balance in the solution.”
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Four vowels (A, I, O, and implied by the -IONS ending), the -ION cluster is a useful pattern to know
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Vowel-heavy word ideal for clearing A, I, and O tiles from an overloaded rack
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