English dictionary · noun

neodymium

A chemical element (symbol Nd) with an atomic number of 60: a hard, slightly malleable silvery rare earth metal that quickly tarnishes in air and moisture.

Meaning and definitions

1. A chemical element (symbol Nd) with an atomic number of 60: a hard, slightly malleable silvery rare earth metal that quickly tarnishes in air and moisture.
2. A single atom of this element.

Connected roots

• neo-

  new

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  A beginner; a person who is new to a subject, skill, or belief.

• neologism

  a newly coined word or expression

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