"Trifloxystrobin" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Trifloxystrobin is a chemical compound used in agriculture as a fungicide. It is a member of the strobilurin class of chemicals, which work by inhibiting the enzyme mitochondria, specifically through inhibiting mitochondrial respiration through the disruption of the electron transport chain.
Triflate is a suffix used in organic chemistry. It is formed from the trifluoromethanoic or trifluoroacetic acid group.
"Triflates" is a rare or obsolete word. However, it appears to be a variant of "truffles," likely derived from the Old French word "truffle," which referred to the truffle mushroom.<br><br>A truffle is a type of fungi that belongs to the genus Tuber, which grows underground in symbiotic relationships with the roots of certain tree species. Truffles are prized for their strong, strong-smelling flavor and are considered a delicacy in many cuisines.<br><br>There is also a medical term "triflate", it is used as a suffix, -triflate, to form a compound name in chemistry. In this context, it means to replace two hydroxyl (-OH) groups in a molecule with trifluoromethaneosulfonate (-SO3CF3) groups.
A trifle is a small or unimportant matter. It can also refer to a type of dessert made with layers of sponge cake, fruit, custard, and whipped cream.
To trifling means to treat something as unimportant or insignificant; to behave carelessly or indifferently. It can also refer to engaging in frivolous or pettifogging behavior, especially with respect to what is considered important or serious.
Someone who engages in trifling matters or pursuits, often in an idle or trivial way.<br><br>Example: "Don't bother me with such trifles, I'm busy working on an important project."<br><br>Synonym: trifler means a fribbler (a person who wastes time on trifling or foolish things)
Not important or worthy of consideration; insignificant.<br><br>Example: "The politician's promise was seen as a trifling matter by the public, who were more concerned about the country's economic crisis."
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) substitute such as trifluoromethane (also known as hydrofluorocarbon-23, HFC-23, or methyl difluoride) is considered to be an environmentally benign gas, but further study is needed to determine its short-lived but strong potential as a green-house gas.