English word tetrabromide comes from English bromide, English tetra- (Four.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| bromide | English (eng) | (inorganic chemistry) A binary compound of bromine and some other element or radical.. A dose of bromide taken as a sedative.. A dull person with conventional thoughts.. A platitude. |
| tetra- | English (eng) | Four. |
| tetrabromide | English (eng) | (inorganic chemistry) any bromide containing four bromine atoms in each molecule. |