chemistry
noun
chem·is·try ˈke-mə-strē 
plural chemistries
1
: a science that deals with the composition, structure, and properties of substances and with the transformations that they undergo
2
a
: the composition and chemical properties of a substance
the chemistry of iron
b
: chemical processes and phenomena (as of an organism)
blood chemistry
3
a
: a strong mutual attraction, attachment, or sympathy
they have a special chemistry
b
: interaction between people working together
specifically : such interaction when harmonious or effective
a team lacking chemistry
Example Sentences
studying the chemistry of gasoline They tried dating, but there was no chemistry between them. the chemistry of the office
Recent Examples on the Web The spark that turns on your phone is thanks to some chemistry happening deep within a battery. 
Miriam Fauzia, Popular Mechanics, 8 Sep. 2022 But hotter-than-usual waters also have an effect on the chemistry of the world's oceans, with carbon dioxide absorbed from the atmosphere making ocean water more acidic. Denise Chow, NBC News, 7 Sep. 2022 The body language and chemistry between these two says it all. Johnny Lam, Peoplemag, 7 Sep. 2022 But that fire the seniors left for them has definitely trickled into this season because the girls are focused, driven and building amazing chemistry already. Jacob Steinberg, Baltimore Sun, 6 Sep. 2022 The team hit a season-high .421 and took another step on the journey toward building the chemistry ahead of the Big Ten season that begins later this month. Mark Stewart, Journal Sentinel, 4 Sep. 2022 Here are four actionable ways e-commerce brands should leverage the art of personalization to build better chemistry with their customers and keep them coming back for more. Alexandre Robicquet, Forbes, 12 Aug. 2022 Playing at least a quarter with Ryan will allow the receivers to build a little chemistry. Nate Atkins, The Indianapolis Star, 12 Aug. 2022 Stafford participated extensively in the Rams' latest workout at UC Irvine on Saturday, making deep throws and building chemistry with his teammates in what was likely his most extensive work of training camp. Greg Beacham, ajc, 7 Aug. 2022 See More
Miriam Fauzia, Popular Mechanics, 8 Sep. 2022 But hotter-than-usual waters also have an effect on the chemistry of the world's oceans, with carbon dioxide absorbed from the atmosphere making ocean water more acidic. Denise Chow, NBC News, 7 Sep. 2022 The body language and chemistry between these two says it all. Johnny Lam, Peoplemag, 7 Sep. 2022 But that fire the seniors left for them has definitely trickled into this season because the girls are focused, driven and building amazing chemistry already. Jacob Steinberg, Baltimore Sun, 6 Sep. 2022 The team hit a season-high .421 and took another step on the journey toward building the chemistry ahead of the Big Ten season that begins later this month. Mark Stewart, Journal Sentinel, 4 Sep. 2022 Here are four actionable ways e-commerce brands should leverage the art of personalization to build better chemistry with their customers and keep them coming back for more. Alexandre Robicquet, Forbes, 12 Aug. 2022 Playing at least a quarter with Ryan will allow the receivers to build a little chemistry. Nate Atkins, The Indianapolis Star, 12 Aug. 2022 Stafford participated extensively in the Rams' latest workout at UC Irvine on Saturday, making deep throws and building chemistry with his teammates in what was likely his most extensive work of training camp. Greg Beacham, ajc, 7 Aug. 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
earlier chymistrie, chymistrie, from chymist, chimist chemist + -ry, probably after earlier alchemistri, alcumistry "alchemy"
Note: Regarding distinctions between chemistry and alchemy see note at chemist.
First Known Use
1646, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Phrases Containing chemistry
Kids Definition
chemistry
noun
chem·is·try ˈke-mə-strē
1
: a science that deals with the composition and properties of substances and of the changes they undergo
2
: chemical composition and properties
the chemistry of food
Medical Definition
chemistry
noun
chem·is·try ˈkem-ə-strē
plural chemistries
1
: a science that deals with the composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the transformations that they undergo
2
a
: the composition and chemical properties of a substance
the chemistry of hemoglobin
b
: chemical processes and phenomena (as of an organism)
blood chemistry