zinc

zinc · noun

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Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A bluish-white metallic chemical element (symbol Zn) used in galvanizing and alloys.

  2. 2.

    [as verb]To coat or treat with zinc.

Related words

See also: alloy, copper, galvanize, metal

Etymology

From German Zink, of uncertain origin, possibly related to Zinke ("prong, point") from the shape of zinc crystals.