Zr

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Definition Noun : A lustrous grey strong metallic element resembling titanium; it is used in nuclear reactors as a neutron absorber; it occurs in baddeleyite but is obtained chiefly from zircon. Usage This word is a highly specific scientific term. It is used almost exclusively in technical contexts such as chemistry, metallurgy, and nuclear engineering to refer to the chemical element zirconiu...