Definition
noun
The state of being polyvalent.
(immunology) The state of being capable of destroying or inactivating more than one antigen or toxin or microorganism.
(chemistry) The state of having a valence of more than two.
Supplement
Word origin: poly– (a combining form meaning many, several) + valency
Related forms: polyvalent (noun)
Synonyms:
- multivalence
- multivalency
- polyvalence
See also: valency