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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

stannum

/stænəm/ noun · British & US
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What does stannum mean?

noun

Stannum is a Latin word for tin, and it is also the symbol for tin on the periodic table. It is a chemical element with the symbol Sn and atomic number 50.

Example

"The ancient Romans used stannum to make coins and other objects."

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