chromium

noun

chro·​mi·​um ˈkrō-mē-əm How to pronounce chromium (audio)
: a blue-white metallic element found naturally only in combination and used especially in alloys and in electroplating see Chemical Elements Table

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The National Park Service has said that the debris tested positive for lead, chromium and other toxic metals. — ABC News, 5 Sep. 2026 Stainless steel doesn't simply rust like ordinary carbon steel or iron, largely because of its chromium content. — New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026 For starters, stainless steel is an alloy containing varying percentages of iron, chromium, and carbon, and not all stainless steel is created equal. — Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026 None were accurately labeled, 11 contained unlabeled cutting agents and all 27 contained reaction byproducts and heavy metals, including nickel, chromium, and mercury. — Jesse M. Pines, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for chromium

Word History

Etymology

chrome entry 1 + -ium

First Known Use

1807, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of chromium was in 1807

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chromium

noun
chro·​mi·​um ˈkrō-mē-əm How to pronounce chromium (audio)
: a blue-white metallic element found in nature only in combination and used especially in alloys and in chrome plating see element

Medical Definition

chromium

noun
chro·​mi·​um ˈkrō-mē-əm How to pronounce chromium (audio)
: a blue-white metallic element found naturally only in combination and used especially in alloys and in electroplating
—symbol Cr see Chemical Elements Table

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