-valent

adjective combining form

1

: having a (specified) valence or valences

bivalent

multivalent

2

: having (so many) chromosomal strands or homologous chromosomes

univalent

Word History

Etymology

after -valent in equivalent — more at valence

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“-valent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/-valent. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.

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valent

adjective

va·lent ˈvā-lənt

: having valence

—usually used in combination

bivalent

multivalent

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