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chromium

/ˈkrɒmɪəm/ noun · British & US
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What does chromium mean?

noun

A steely-grey, hard, brittle, and corrosion-resistant transition metal that is an important component of many alloys, including stainless steel, and is used in electroplating and in the manufacture of catalysts, pigments, and other chemicals.

Example

"The new car's chrome-plated wheels gave it a sleek and luxurious appearance."

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