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Definition of ozone

ozone

/ˈoʊzoʊn/
o · zone
Adjective:ozonic
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• noun

1

A colorless, unstable toxic gas with a pungent odor and powerful oxidizing properties, formed from oxygen by electrical discharges or ultraviolet light and containing three atoms of oxygen per molecule.

Example

"Stratospheric ozone plays a vital role in absorbing harmful ultraviolet radiation from the sun."

2

Fresh, invigorating air, especially that found at the seaside.

Example

"They spent the weekend walking along the coast to enjoy the bracing sea ozone."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in 1840 by German chemist Christian Friedrich Schönbein as German Ozon, derived from Ancient Greek ozein ('to smell'), in reference to the distinctive pungent odor the gas produces after lightning strikes or electrical discharges.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ozone. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ozone
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