platinoid
platinoid · platinoids
Any of several metals that resemble platinum in their chemistry, especially osmium,…Any of several metals that resemble platinum in their chemistry, especially osmium, iridium and palladium.
Meaning
2 sensesAny of several metals that resemble platinum in their chemistry, especially osmium, iridium and palladium.
An alloy of copper (60%), zinc (24%), nickel (14%), tungsten (2%), and once used in heating elements.
Forms
plural: platinoids| Singular | platinoid |
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regular