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IPA transcription: ['ɪtɹiəm]

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Noun

  • a silvery metallic element that is common in rare-earth minerals; used in magnesium and aluminum alloys

Usage examples

  • A few percentage of the oxides of calcium or yttrium stabilize the cubic phase.