Bismuthide

/ˈbɪzməθaɪd/ noun

A binary chemical compound in which bismuth combines with a more electronegative element, typically a metal or nonmetal.

From 'bismuth' + '-ide' (suffix for binary compounds). This nomenclature became standard in the early 20th century as inorganic chemistry developed systematic naming conventions.

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