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cuprous

adjective
cu·​prous | \ ˈkyü-prəs How to pronounce cuprous (audio) , ˈkü-\

Definition of cuprous

: of, relating to, or containing copper with a valence of one

First Known Use of cuprous

1669, in the meaning defined above

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