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Definition of "stannous" []

  • Of, relating to, or containing tin, especially with valence 2. (adjective)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "stannous" in a sentence
  • "Another preparation of tin is known as stannous gold; it is manufactured in heavy sheets and used the same as cohesive gold foil, and can be easily manipulated, for it is rather plastic."
  • "In addition to forming fluorapatite crystals like other fluorides, stannous fluoride also has a toxic effect on acid-producing mouth bacteria, says biochemist Matthew J. Doyle, director of global research and development for P & G's oral-care division."
  • "P & G's Crest Pro-Health Enamel Shield, which came out last year, is made with a particular type of fluoride called stannous fluoride."