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lithium

/ˈlaɪtɪəm/ noun · British & US
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What does lithium mean?

noun

A soft, silvery-white alkali metal with the symbol Li and atomic number 3. It is highly reactive and is used in batteries, pharmaceuticals, and other applications.

Example

"The new battery technology uses lithium to store energy."

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