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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

manganese

/ˈmæŋɡəniːz/ noun · British & US
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What does manganese mean?

noun

A hard, silver-white, brittle, ferromagnetic metallic element, used in steel alloys and as a catalyst in the manufacture of polyethylene and other chemicals.

Example

"The factory used manganese in the production of steel for the new skyscraper."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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