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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

nonmetals

/ˌnɒnmɛtəlz/ noun · British & US
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What does nonmetals mean?

noun

Elements that are not metals, typically being poor conductors of electricity and heat, and often being highly reactive.

Example

"The nonmetals in the periodic table include nitrogen, oxygen, and fluorine."

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