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nonpolar

 
Dictionary: non·po·lar   (nŏn-pō'lər) pronunciation
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  1. Not characterized by a dipole: a nonpolar covalent bond.
  2. Not ionizing when dissolved in water.

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Not having poles; not exhibiting dipole characteristics.

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The adjective has one meaning:

Meaning #1: not ionic
  Synonym: nonionic

 
 
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