Carbanion (kahr-ban-ahy-uhn)
noun
An organic ion containing a negatively charged carbon atom.
"The negative charge of the carbanion causes it to react with other compounds as a nucleophile, meaning it readily donates its electrons."
Alternative definition
noun
A partner or companion to take an Irish Car Bomb with.
"Kevin was everybody's carbanion at the St. Patties Day party until he inevitably went cross-eyed and tackled a bookcase."
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